digital rectal exam (dre)

Why is a DRE Performed?

The DRE is performed for several reasons:
To screen for prostate cancer in men.
To identify the cause of rectal bleeding.
To evaluate the size and shape of the prostate gland.
To check for abnormalities in the rectum, such as tumors or infections.

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