Is a proctoscopy uncomfortable?

Proctoscopy may cause discomfort in the anal area, it is recommended to relax and cooperate with the examination. Proctoscopy is generally used to examine the rectum and part of the sigmoid colon lesions in a way, through the dilatation of the anal canal can be visualized to understand the changes in these parts of the situation, to determine whether there is inflammation, polyps, ulcers and other pathological changes. During the examination, the dilator is inserted into the anus and passes through the anus to reach the examination site. This process can be somewhat uncomfortable, and the examinee may experience anal distension and pain. It is recommended to stay relaxed and not overstress during the examination. The more you stress, the worse the anal contraction will be and the pain will be more pronounced, so it is important to stay relaxed. Before performing a proctoscopy, it is important to clean the bowel and empty the bowels for easy observation of the bowel. It is advisable to consult your doctor before the examination and prepare accordingly.