On abdominal exam, the clinician should look for signs of distension. Palpation, especially in thin patients, may reveal hard, palpable stool in the ascending, descending, and sigmoid segments of ...

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The physical exam would involve palpation (light touching) of the abdomen to check for signs of liver swelling and pain. The provider would also check for evidence of jaundice or abnormal bruising.