An anoscopy A small tube called one an anoscope view the mucosa of the anus and rectum. A similar procedure is called high-resolution. anoscopy special magnifying device called a colposcope, which in combination with a colposcope an anoscope It displays these areas.
The anus is the opening to the digestive tract, where a stool leaves the body. The colon is the part of the digestive tract above the anus. Here stool is retained before leaving the body through the anus. An anoscopy It helps doctors identify problems with the anus and rectum, such as hemo, fissures (cracks), and abnormal growths.
What is it used for?
An anoscopy It is usually used for diagnostic purposes.
- HEMO is a disease that causes swelling and discontented veins around the anus and lower part of the rectum. They can be in the anus or on the skin around the anus. hemo is not usually considered a serious disease, but can cause bleeding and discomfort.
- Anal fissures, small cracks in the mucosa of the anus.
- Anal polyps, abnormal growths of the mucosa of the anus.
- Inflammation. Analysis can help find the cause of abnormal redness, swelling, and/or irritation around the anus.
- Cancer. Best Resolution anoscopy Often used to detect cancer from the anus or rectum. This procedure can help physicians detect abnormal cells.
Why do I need an anoscopy ?
This test may be necessary if there are signs of problems in the anus or rectum. These include
- Blood in the stool or on the toilet paper after a stool
- Itching around the anus
- Swelling or hard nodules around the anus
- Painful defecation
What happens during an anoscopy ?
An anoscopy This can be done in the care provider’s office or outpatient clinic.
During an anoscopy :
- Put on a robe and underwear.
- You lie on the exam table. You lie on your side or kneel at the power, where you lift the back of your body into the air.
- Your doctor will carefully place an oily gloved finger into your anus to check for hemo, gaps, or other problems. This is known as a finger rectal exam.
- Next, the doctor brings a lubricating tube, called a tube, into the anus. an anoscope approximately 15 cm at the anus.
- Some anoscopes A lamp is placed at the end so that the physician can better see the anus and lower part of the rectum.
- If the doctor sees cells that look unnatural, he or she can use a swab or other instrument to take a tissue sample for study (biopsy). Highest resolution anoscopy May be higher than other normal resolutions anoscopy when detecting abnormal cells.
During high resolution. anoscopy :
- The physician swabs with a layer of acetic acid through the tissue sample. the anoscope and into the anus.
- The anoscope It is removed, but the swab is left in place.
- The acetic acid in the swab ensures that the abnormal cells turn white.
- After a few minutes, the physician removes the swab and reintroduces the anoscope along with a magnifying instrument called a Colposco.
- With the help of the colposcope, the physician will find all kinds of cells that have turned white.
- If abnormal cells are found, the doctor will take a biopsy.
What must I do to prepare for the test?
You can empty your own urine and do bowel movements for the test. This will make functioning more comfortable. Your caregiver will tell you if there are any special instructions you should follow.
Were there any risks involved in the test?
There is not enough risk to get an anoscopy or the best resolution anoscopy discomfort during the procedure. If your doctor took a biopsy, you can still feel some tricks.
In addition, if you are not sure if you are the anoscope pull especially if you have hemo.
What do the results mean?
Results can indicate a problem with the anus or rectum. This can be true:
- hemo
- anal tears
- Anal polyps
- infection
- Cancer. Biopsy results can demonstrate or rule out cancer.
Depending on the results, the physician can recommend more tests and treatment options.
Supplied by MedlinePlus from the State Medical Library.
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