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Is it safe to use of enemas to treat constipation?
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Yes: Occasionally. Regular use is not recommended. Fleet or sodium phosphate enemas should not be used in patients with kidney disease b.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Occassional: Use of an enema is ok if you feel like you have stool in your rectum. But more importantly if this is a frequent problem, you need a complete evaluation by a GI doctor or colo rectal surgeon to determine the reason for your chronic constipation.
Answered 6/10/2014
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