What should I feel in a self-exam of my Prostate gland?

Question

I want to learn how to CORRECTLY examine my prostate gland. I think I understand how (what technique) to use. I just need to know how to feel for any abnormalities.

Answer 1

go to www.webmd.com..put it in the search..that might help.they are looking to see if they are enlargement thats not normal..

Answer 2

Be careful - once you get up in there, you may not want to leave!

Answer 3

Go to the doctor. Performing a self-prostate examination is definitely not a good idea. He'll know what to do.

Answer 4

I wouldn't do a self-examination. Best way to do it is to go to a doctor.

Answer 5

Although one can reach back there and insert a finger in the r****m it's NOT a complete job for the prostrate gland exam. Not gonna get a true reading. Leave it up to the doctor to do that process.

Answer 6

You physician is the proper one to do that exam. You do not have the training and dexterity to know how and what to feel. Only a skilled physician has the experience to know and judge size, firmness, and consistency of the prostate.

Answer 7

can you email me how to do that, i've been interested but don't really know how, like what method!