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An anoscopy is a procedure that examines the lining of the anal canal to help diagnose anal conditions. Anoscopies can help doctors diagnose anal cancer, anal melanoma and benign conditions, such as anal dysplasia, hemorrhoids, fissures and fistulas.

As a colon and rectal surgeon, I perform about 500 anoscopies each year. Here, I’ll answer common questions about anoscopies.

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