Rectal Enema for Men and Women Receiving Warm Enemas

Rectal Enema using one to keep the rectum and colon or large intestine cleaning. It involves the injection of a liquid into the rectum via the anus to soften the feces. It distends the rectum and colon, and thereby cause the easy expulsion of the feces. An enema is often given for relieving constipation. Before a proctoscopic examination or barium-enema x-ray procedure. During the administration of the enema, you will be asked to lie on your left side, with the right leg flexed to the chest. This position will enable the enema solution to flow easily into the colon. The solution most commonly used is a mixture of mild soap and approximately two liters of warm water that is placed in an ( container) enema bag with a flexible tube. The rectal enema tube ( pic) end will be lubricated ( Super Salve) and inserted into the rectum about 4 to 6 inches, after which the soap solution will be administered. Injecting the solution slowly helps to minimize discomfort. It is also helpful to breathe slowly and deeply through the mouth to help minimize discomfort and enable you to take the enema more comfortably and easily. If you experience cramps, you need to let the administrator know so that the flow of the solution can be slowed or stopped momentarily to make you more comfortable. Once the enema is administered, you will probably feel the need to move your bowels. If possible, wait about 5 minutes to get the best results. After you empty your bowels, please do not flush the toilet, as the administrator should to view the evacuated contents to ensure the enema did its job correctly. Enemas are great as long as you go to the toilet after you receive the soapy enema up your rectum. If the anus begins to release soapy water and or
coffee enema before you are ready remember to have plenty of towels handy.

Generally a rectal enema uses only enough liquid to fill the rectum and possibly the sigmoid colon.
Normally these enemas are usually approximately 16ozs. of solution or less depending upon the size of the sigmoid colon and rectum.

Not Recommended are chemical enemas! You are much better off with just a plain warm water enema.
A lot of times a chemical enema is used instead of the regular soap suds and water such as a phosphate enema.
Mostly phosphate enemas consists of only 4.5 oz. of liquid in a small container with nozzle that is inserted into the rectum and gently squeezed to inject the solution. Generally these small chemical enemas produce results in about 5 to 10 minutes.

Remember to Thoroughly Wash Your Equipment after Use

The First ENEMA

This page is dedicated to those of us that fondly remember the first rectal enema we received.

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Warning: Do not use enemas or laxatives if abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present unless directed by your health care provider.
  Rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative or enema may indicate a serious condition.
  Discontinue use and consult your health care provider.
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and have not been evaluated by the FDA.
  These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
  If pregnant or have an existing medical condition consult your healthcare provider before using.