Diagnosis

• Anoscopy and Proctoscopy
• Anxiety About Rectal Exams: Practical Strategies
• Digital Rectal Examination: What It Is and Does It Hurt
• FIT and Stool-Based Tests
• Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
• How to Talk to a Doctor About Anal Symptoms
• Preparing for a Colonoscopy
• Getting a Second Opinion
• Should You Photograph It?
• Telehealth for Anorectal Symptoms: What It Can and Cannot Do
• What to Bring to Your Appointment
• What Happens at the Doctor’s Appointment
• What Your Results Mean
• When You Need a Colonoscopy
• Which Specialist: GP, Gastroenterologist, Colorectal Surgeon, or Proctologist