Hemorrhoids are a common anal disorder, and when they flare up, the doctor needs to examine the patient in order to determine the exact extent of the hemorrhoids. You need to choose the right position for the examination, because hemorrhoids are closer to the pubic area, so you will more or less see the pubic area, if it is really taboo, you can choose a female doctor for the examination. The common examination positions for hemorrhoids are knee-chest, side-lying, or truncal. The knee-chest position is where the patient kneels on the examination bed with both knees flexed at right angles, head and neck, forehead pillow, both forearms flexed in front of the chest, hips elevated, both knees slightly apart, thighs perpendicular to the bed, this position is not suitable for elderly, frail patients. Lateral position is a natural resting position, suitable for anal examination, enema, postural drainage, etc. Generally, the left lateral position is mostly used, with the patient’s buttocks close to the bedside, the left lower limb slightly flexed, the right lower limb flexed 90 degrees close to the abdominal wall, and both arms flexed at the elbow, this position is especially suitable for those with poor physical fitness. If you feel embarrassed during the examination, you can choose a doctor of the same gender for the examination.