Your patient's chief complaint is repeated pencil-like stools. Further examination should include
A)stool culture.
B)parasite testing.
C)digital rectal examination (DRE).
D)prostate examination.
E)cellulose tape test.

Question

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Persistent pencil-shaped stools are indicative of stenosis from scarring or pressures from a mass. DRE should be performed to assess for a mass.

Your Patient's Chief Complaint Is Repeated Pencil-Like Stools