Physical Examination - Male Urological

Question 1

What are the three portions of the male genital exam that are also part of the monthly male self-exam?

Answer 1

1. Inguinal lymph nodes exam (M pattern)
2. Penis exam
3. Scrotal/testicular exam

Question 2

How often should the male genital self-exam be performed?

Answer 2

Monthly

Question 3

What portions of the male genital exam are performed in addition to the three portions of the male self-exam?

Answer 3

1. Inguinal lymph nodes exam (M pattern)
2. Penis exam
3. Scrotal/testicular exam

4. Hernia checks

Question 4

How can one’s finger be used to check the inguinal canal for hernias?

Answer 4

Ascending digital insertion into the canal –> starting between the penis and scrotum, then curving out into the canal

(then, have the patient cough or bear down)