Personal hygiene issues are those that are not customary to discuss in society. Nevertheless, each person is well aware that ignoring them in many cases is dangerous to our health. However, sometimes it’s simply impossible for us to imagine in what actions and manipulations this or that procedure consists. And we do not do it, but we are embarrassed to ask.
For example, who should I ask about how to make an enema? Contacting the clinic is expensive and somehow embarrassing, just like asking for close friends or relatives. Surely many readers have heard that this procedure can still be performed independently. But where to start in this case and how to act in the process?
We will give detailed answers to all these and many other important questions in this article, as well as explain the whole essence of the procedure.
What is an enema?
In pharmacies, you can see a strange aggregate called an enema. But only a person ignorant, looking at him, it is impossible to understand why he is intended and, accordingly, what manipulations should be carried out with him. Let's start in order. Enema is:
- a special device that is used to clean and flush the rectum from feces;
- the procedure of the same name, during which the colon is cleaned under the pressure of a liquid (optionally water).
Thus, the purpose of this type of procedure is to gradually stool the feces and remove them from the body using a special composition. We will talk about how to make an enema later, but for now we’ll figure out what indications this procedure has.
When an enema is necessary and permissible
The studied procedure is very common. It was especially popular several years ago. It is mainly performed with prolonged constipation. So, according to experts, with a stool delay of three days, you can safely do an enema. But doctors can prescribe it, if the patient is diagnosed with poisoning, he needs to be prepared for research or, in more serious cases, for bowel surgery.
Moreover, it is important to note that the use of an enema is permissible not only for adults, but also for children. Only for them should you choose a smaller tool. It is best to use a pear enema. However, doing it yourself, especially for the first time, is still not recommended. To begin with, you should consult a pediatrician. After all, the studied procedure has contraindications.
They are traditionally considered:
- hemorrhoids;
- oncological diseases;
- internal bleeding;
- abdominal pain;
- inflammatory processes in the body.
How often can I do an enema?
Above, we talked only about the advantages of the studied procedure. But do not forget that any type of treatment has its own indications and contraindications. And an enema is no exception.
There are situations when an enema cannot be dispensed with. They are considered:
- the need to enhance peristalsis and rid the body of stagnant stool;
- bowel cleansing for subsequent examination, diagnosis;
- preparing a pregnant woman on the eve of childbirth;
- leaching of toxins from the body;
- treatment of inflammation of the colon;
- treatment of dysbiosis.
However, despite the many advantages and indisputable usefulness of the procedure, if mistreated, it can cause tremendous harm to the entire body. That is why experts insistently advise you to carefully study the algorithm of actions for an enema. And it is also important not to abuse the procedure so as not to wash out the beneficial microflora from the intestines and not provoke the death of the bacteria needed by the body. The optimal interval between enemas, experts call a period of one week. A possible exception can only be voiced by the attending physician.
Does enema promote weight loss?
Recently, the proposition that the studied procedure has a beneficial effect on a person’s weight has become very popular: it somehow decreases, as if in a magic way. This opinion has been tested by a huge number of women who have seen from personal experience that it is worth making an enema, as hated kilograms disappear literally before our eyes.
Actually this circumstance is not new and really has the right to exist. After all, experts have long established that due to protracted constipation, feces are compressed, hardened, become density-like stones and accumulate in the intestines. Of course, this affects not only the well-being of a person, but also his weight. Sometimes the situation can be corrected without setting an enema by including in the diet a copious amount of clean drinking water. But in some cases, the studied procedure cannot be dispensed with. And then the first thing it is important to understand the intricacies of its implementation. Especially if you want to do an enema yourself at home.
What methods of enema exist
Before talking about how to implement the studied procedure at home, it is necessary to explain to the reader one of the most important nuances. It consists in which device and for what reasons should be chosen.
To begin with, we explain that the setting of an enema can be performed in two versions. With help:
- syringes or pear enemas:
- enema systems - Esmarch's circles.
The first device is most often used in cases where a patient acts as a patient who cannot independently carry out the necessary actions. Thus, a pear enema helps cleanse the intestines of a bedridden patient or a person with a disability, both categories for obvious reasons will not be able to use the enema themselves. It is also effective in treating constipation in the elderly and children. Its volume is 100-500 ml.
The second adaptation is ideal for independent enemas. Indeed, in fact, it was developed precisely for this. Its volume is 1-2 liters. Thanks to Esmarch's circle, the enema procedure is equally convenient to carry out in a hospital under the supervision of a doctor or medical staff and in your own apartment. Moreover, due to the fact that a predominant number of people are embarrassed to seek outside help, they tend to study all the intricacies of conducting an enema at home for themselves. We will talk about them later.
How to perform an enema procedure
In general, the enema technology is not so complicated. To some, it may even seem funny or funny. But only until the stage of immediate action. Only then will it be possible to make an enema completely difficult. Especially if a person is overweight and not too mobile, the task will seem almost impossible at all.
Therefore, at the preparatory stage, it is important to set yourself up not so much that you have to work hard. But the result is worth it, so you can be patient. So, how to make an enema:
- To begin with, you should purchase a sterile syringe or Esmarch mug at the pharmacy.
- It is also necessary to take care of a basin with a pleasant warm liquid, cover the place where the procedure is planned with oilcloth, lubricate the tip of the chosen enema with sunflower oil, greasy cream or petroleum jelly, if you wish, you can wear disposable gloves.
- The location of the procedure should be selected as far as possible so that it is closest to the restroom. Otherwise, trouble may occur. Especially if the enema at home is put on itself for the first time.
Further actions vary somewhat. The reason lies in which of the described devices a person chose.
Pear Cleansing
When performing such an enema, the main difficulty is to fill the syringe with fluid as much as possible. After all, if air accidentally enters the colon, the pain will be simply unbearable. But the procedure is not pleasant anyway.
After all the preparations have been completed, it is necessary to take the correct pose. The best options are:
- embryo pose, lying on the left side;
- standing on all fours - on knees and elbows.
Then it is necessary to carefully insert the tip into the anus with twisting movements. You need to do this no more than seven centimeters! And then you need to press on the pear, letting the enema solution inside. If discomfort is felt, the procedure is suspended. As the pain subsides, it resumes again.
When the pear is empty, it is important to endure as long as possible before visiting the restroom. At least ten minutes.
Esmarch's Enema Mug
It is important for parents to consider that this enema has a volume of 1-2 liters, therefore it is strictly forbidden for the kids to carry out the procedure with it. But for an adult, it fits perfectly. The main thing is to strictly observe the algorithm:
- Pour liquid into Esmarch's mug and hang it at a height of one and a half meters from the floor.
- Release air from the enema by opening a special plug.
- Then insert the tip into the intestine and pour fluid into the intestines.
- Wait at least ten minutes and go to the restroom.
Cleansing enema
Many beginners who have not previously done the described procedure believe that only pure water can be used as a solution. However, it is not. To increase the effectiveness of the enema, you should make such a solution:
- Heat one liter of water to 37 degrees.
- Add two tablespoons of iodized salt.
Or other:
- Put together one glass of clean water.
- And two tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
The procedure must be carried out by the course. The best option is ten procedures with an interval of one week. These enemas also contribute to minor weight loss.
Parasite Enema
To get rid of worms, you can make the following solution:
- Dilute two teaspoons of soda in 400 ml of water.
- Then bring the liquid to a boil and cool to 37 degrees.
The enema course is seven days. And in this case, the procedure is carried out on a daily basis. Only then will it be possible to achieve the necessary results.
Super effective enema for weight loss
In order to lose a couple of kilograms, a huge number of women use the following enema solution:
- Pour three tablespoons of ground coffee with a glass of water.
- Bring to a boil, drain.
For one enema, you should take four teaspoons of coffee fluid per liter of clean water. Leave the rest for subsequent procedures. Keep the composition in the refrigerator. Before use, dissolve in warm water and use as directed. It is believed that kilograms will melt right before our eyes.