Self-Examination
| Definition: |
The inspection of one's own body, usually for signs of disease (e.g., BREAST SELF-EXAMINATION, testicular self-examination). |
| Notes: |
coord IM with organ with no qualif (IM) + disease term /diag (IM) if discussed; BREAST SELF-EXAMINATION is also available; DF: SELF EXAM |
| Previously Indexed: |
Palpation (1969-1990) |
Self-Examination Categories.
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Breast Self-Examination - The inspection of one's breasts, usually for signs of disease, especially neoplastic disease. |
Self-Examination Definitions and Terms
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