rectal
Americanadjective
adjective
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Origin of rectal
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That means people under the age of 45 who are being diagnosed with colon cancer are doing so only when they present with symptoms like rectal bleeding or extreme weight loss.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 4, 2026
The condition involves swollen veins in the anal or rectal area, which can lead to pain and bleeding.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 7, 2026
The actress's death certificate said she had died of a pulmonary embolism and listed rectal cancer as a secondary factor.
From Barron's ● Feb. 9, 2026
Carter testified that Bomba performed a rectal examination on him in 1979 as part of a physical he was required to take after receiving an invitation to play for USA Basketball.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 21, 2025
In combination with either of the latter medicines it may be given by rectal injection.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
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