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Question
Hello doctor,
Can you tell me what method to use to determine rectal prolapse? Thank you doctor.
Vu Van Thanh (1991)
Answer
Answered by Master, Doctor Vu Huy Binh - Doctor of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine, Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “What method is used to determine rectal prolapse? ", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Rectal prolapse and hemorrhoids have confusing signs. For an accurate diagnosis, you should see a gastroenterologist. In addition to the clinical examination, depending on your condition, the doctor may prescribe the following techniques to accurately diagnose the disease as well as the cause of the disease: rectal endoscopy, electromyography, anal manometry, anal ultrasound, defecation (recording of defecation), magnetic resonance imaging.
Depending on the severity of the disease, the doctor decides on the treatment method for rectal prolapse. Mild disease is usually treated by medical treatment, severe stage requires surgical treatment. Specific surgical methods will be consulted by a gastroenterologist.
Vinmec International General Hospital with a team of experts and full modern equipment helps accurately diagnose the cause of rectal prolapse and many other anal and rectal diseases, thereby providing optimal treatment solution, bringing outstanding care to patients.
If you still have questions about which method to use to determine rectal prolapse, you can go to a hospital of Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
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