A Nigerian man, Iwuala Nnamdi Paulcy, has taken to Facebook to narrate his unexpectedly uncomfortable experience during a routine medical check-up, sparking reactions across social media.
According to him, financial constraints had delayed his plan to undergo a complete medical examination after months of using strong antibiotics. Aware of the possible side effects of extended antibiotic use on the kidneys, liver, and heart, he finally decided to go for a comprehensive check-up, including blood work, abdominal scans, and a prostate examination.
However, it was the transrectal scan—a procedure where a probe is inserted through the anus to examine the bladder and prostate—that left him feeling uneasy.
> “Ladies and gentlemen, as we speak I’m still feeling molested. I feel like I’ve been taken advantage of,” he wrote humorously, noting that although the process was explained beforehand, the actual experience still shook him.
He admitted it took him 10 minutes to gather the courage to pull down his trousers for the procedure. To make matters worse, he said the health worker in charge was far too relaxed for his liking.
> “The worst is the guy is not even helping me. He keeps saying, ‘Turn jare, what’s there?’ Heigod…” he joked.
Despite the discomfort, Paulcy used the moment to encourage men—especially those 40 and above—to prioritize their health by undergoing necessary examinations, including prostate checks.
He stressed that early detection can save lives and urged men not to ignore their health out of fear or embarrassment.
Written by Iwuala Nnamdi Paulcy on Facebook
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