this very important medical exam component is usually performed standing with the medical provider sitting on a stool. the underwear can be pulled down if the patient is not completely disrobed and wearing a gown. the provider should be wearing gloves. the exam in painless only takes a few minutes checking for inguinal hernias or scrotal or testicular masses. there should be an educational component about self-examination for testicular masses and of course ample time should be provider to address any private questions that the young man may have at the time. the exam is done in private and if possible a same-sex clinician can be requested if the young man is shy.
how are young men's genital exams performed - with the patient standing or supine? underwear on or off? wearing gloves?