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Is any sort of speculum used during a colonoscopy to protect and better visualize the anus and/or rectum? could this be requested?
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Anoscopy with an anal speculum is not better than inspection via flexible fiberoptic colonoscopy. Take care.
Answered 8/9/2023
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