Patients’ reactions to digital rectal examination of the prostate

Background: Digital rectal examination (DRE) of the prostate is a simple, fast, cost effective and safe procedure, however, because of previous painful experience, some men may refuse it. Other negative factors include cultural barriers, fear of discovering cancer and embarrassments. However, some...

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Main Authors: Udoh EA, Peter OO
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nigerian Medical Association, Akwa Ibom State Branch 2022-05-01
Series:Ibom Medical Journal
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Online Access:https://ibommedicaljournal.org/index.php/imjhome/article/view/247