San Jose, CA
A 21-year-old male asked:
Can a digital rectum exam damage the nerves or muscles in/around the anus/ rectum? i had one done around 5 days ago and now have spasming and pain.
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A Verified Doctoranswered
Family Medicine 49 years experience
No: If correctly performed there should be no issues. I suggest call ing the examining physician.
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