Physical Exam

Examination of Abdomen

Key Information

masses and enlarged organs (organomegaly; hepatomegaly; splenomegaly); palpable lymph nodes; jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes due to blockage of bile ducts).

Rectal Examination

Key Information

(digital, manual) for obvious bleeding, palpable tumor, fixation.

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