Physical Examination Overview

Encyclopedia: Physical Examination

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Physical examination or clinical examination is the process by which a health care provider investigates the body of a patient for signs of disease. It generally follows the taking of the medical history &-; an account of the symptoms as experienced by the patient. Together with the medical history, the physical examination aids in determining the correct diagnosis and devising the treatment plan. This data then becomes part of the...


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Abdominal pain is indeed caused by many different reasons, however some specific diseases or conditions cause specific location of pain. Upper abdominal pain that is located on the right, for...

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Does a person get disqualified in a Physical Examination when planning to go abroad?
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Pelvic Exam Slide Show

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A pelvic exam is an important part a woman's routine physical appointment. This slide show can help you get familiarized with what will occur during the exam.

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