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Enema
A 44-year-old member asked:
Dr. You Sung Sanganswered
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology 33 years experience
Rectal delivery : An enema is a method of delivering medicine into the colon via the rectum. Usually made up of a plastic container with a soft flexible tip.
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4.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jason Hemminganswered
Gastroenterology 19 years experience
Rectal: Liquid (usually medication) introduced into the rectum. Most commonly used for constipation.
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5.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 35-year-old member asked:
Dr. Alissa Zenackanswered
Pediatrics 24 years experience
Hard to pass: An enema is typically used for people who are constipated. The individual inserts a tube into the rectum to infuse fluid into the bowel and encourage... Read More
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5.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Charles Cattanoanswered
Gastroenterology 41 years experience
Need a little help: Normal bowel frequency varies from 1 every 3-4 days to 3-4 movements per day. Many "normal" people alternate their stool pattern within this range. Gi... Read More
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2.9k viewsReviewed >2 years agoMerged
A 40-year-old member asked:
Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
It can cause: A sense of urgency and discomfort. But, overall it is pretty tolerable.
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4.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Alvin Linanswered
Geriatrics 32 years experience
Go see ur Family Doc: Before jumping to enemas, look for other lifestyle options to manage/resolve constipation: increase fiber, fluids & physical activity. Failing tha... Read More
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2.5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 49-year-old member asked:
Dr. You Sung Sanganswered
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology 33 years experience
Can do yourself: There are over-the-counter forms (Fleets) that you can buy or make your own (mineral oil, soap suds, tap water).
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4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A member asked:
Dr. Donald Colantinoanswered
Internal Medicine 63 years experience
Enema: Purchase a fleets enema. Lie on your side on a plastic
Blanket or towel. Bend both knees. Don't force the enema nozzle while inserting it into the ... Read More
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436 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 43-year-old member asked:
Dr. Diane Minichanswered
Family Medicine 39 years experience
Not recommended: It is not recommended to use medications past their expiration date.
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4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 43-year-old member asked:
Dr. Nela Corderoanswered
Pediatrics 56 years experience
ENEMA: In the old days, enema is frequently used to relieved constipation. In our modern days it is use only when diet and medications have failed to relieve... Read More
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5.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 36-year-old member asked:
Dr. Charles Cattanoanswered
Gastroenterology 41 years experience
Need a little help: Normal bowel frequency varies from 1 every 3-4 days to 3-4 movements per day. Many "normal" people alternate their stool pattern within this... Read More
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2.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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