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Constipation7

• Ethics and dissemination: Laxatives and enemas have proven to be safe and effective treatments for constipation in children. (rug.nl)
• For those who like this] ○ Those who have trouble with very painful constipation ○ Those who want to defecate quickly ○ Glycerin enema for those over 12 years old For very painful constipation. (goodsofjapan.com)
• Enemas aren't usually necessary to relieve constipation. (aafp.org)
• If you've tried other constipation remedies unsuccessfully, your healthcare provider may suggest an at-home enema. (healthline.com)
• The Fleet Enema Adult 4.5 oz is the perfect solution for anyone looking for fast and effective relief from occasional constipation. (herbspro.com)
• Enema is a bowel stimulant and works like any other laxative to relieve toxic build up due to constipation. (yogawiz.com)
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), chronic constipation or digestive disorders require an enema to clear the colon. (yogawiz.com)

Suppositories1

• If stools are impacted, glycerin suppositories or saline enemas may be recommended also. (nih.gov)

Diuretics3

• Most detox drinks act as diuretics (increase your urine output) or laxatives (increase bowel movements). (medicinenet.com)
• Others may use laxatives, diuretics (water pills), or enemas. (kidshealth.org)
• Or the child may misuse laxatives, diuretics, enemas, or other medicines that clear the bowels. (rochester.edu)

Rectal5

• Rectal bleeding, hemorrhoids, blisters and a burning sensation are common problems associated with administering enema incorrectly. (yogawiz.com)
• You should have a bowel movement within 15 to 60 minutes after using a rectal suppository, or within 5 to 20 minutes after using the rectal enema. (drugs.com)
• Do not take a rectal suppository or enema by mouth. (drugs.com)
• Shake the rectal enema before using it. (drugs.com)
• Diagnosis consists of visualization of a transition zone on contrast enema and confirmation via rectal biopsy. (bvsalud.org)

Overuse3

• These include older age, not drinking enough fluids, not being active enough, not eating enough fiber, taking certain medicines (such as narcotics), not going to the bathroom when you have the urge to have a bowel movement, and overuse of laxatives. (aafp.org)
• Overuse of laxatives can cause your bowels to function improperly, or can make you dependent on laxative use. (drugs.com)
• Overuse of laxatives . (healthlinkbc.ca)

Stool softeners2

• Fecal impaction can be helped by enemas, laxatives, and subsequent stool softeners. (healthinaging.org)
• stool softeners or laxatives. (nih.gov)

Mineral Oil2

• Is mineral oil a good laxative? (aafp.org)
• Laxatives, mineral oil, and enemas can all help to soften stools. (liquidimageco.com)

Glycerin2

• also stimulate bowel movements by using a suppository ( glycerin or bisacodyl) or a small enema. (nih.gov)
• Among these 39 patients, 95% (37 of 39 patients) underwent single-stage radical surgery after management with glycerin enema use (n = 13), irrigation with tube insertion each time irrigation was performed (n = 13), and irrigation using a tube placed in the bowel (n = 11). (bvsalud.org)

Barium enema3

• A barium enema is a special type of X-ray test used to examine the large bowel (colon and rectum), which doesn't show up well on normal X-rays. (spirehealthcare.com)
• Your doctor may recommend you have a barium enema if you experience changes in your bowel habits, blood in your stools, abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or anaemia. (spirehealthcare.com)
• Pregnant women are advised not to have a barium enema, unless there is an urgent medical need, due to the risk of radiation. (spirehealthcare.com)

Fleet Enema1

• Cb Fleet Company Inc Fleet Pediatric Enema 2-1/4Oz, Latex-freeDesigned for kids ages 2-11.Gives your child the same fast-acting relief as a regular Fleet Enema Laxative in an easy, child-size dose. (totaldiabetessupply.com)

Bowel movements2

• Bisacodyl is a laxative that stimulates bowel movements. (drugs.com)
• For patients who lack the capacity for voluntary bowel movements and thus cannot voluntarily empty their colons, fecal incontinence requires a bowel management regimen that involves daily enemas. (medscape.com)

Bowels2

• These water-based enemas use other ingredients to help move impacted bowels along more quickly. (healthline.com)
• Take a laxative or use an enema to remove stool from your bowels. (cancer.net)

Cleanse2

• Some people promote enemas as a way to cleanse your colon of impurities, bacteria, and buildup that may make you sick. (healthline.com)
• Enema is a method employed to cleanse the colon. (yogawiz.com)

Liquids1

• Liquids or water is usually used in an enema to flush the toxins out of the intestinal tract. (yogawiz.com)

Medications3

• Certain medications, such as osmotic laxatives like miralax, can also help to soften the stool and stimulate a bowel movement. (liquidimageco.com)
• This regimen essentially involves teaching the family and patient how to clean the colon once a day with an enema and how to manipulate the colonic motility with diet, medications, or both when necessary to ensure that the patient does not pass stool between enemas. (medscape.com)
• Medical treatment with enemas, laxatives, and medications has traditionally been used in these patients, with varying degrees of success. (medscape.com)

Colon5

• Colon irrigations work somewhat like an enema but they involve much more water. (webmd.com)
• A cleansing enema is intended to reach only your lower colon, usually just to the point of constipated stool near the rectum. (healthline.com)
• A colonic may be able to affect more of the colon, as a colon irrigation typically uses a much higher volume of water than a cleansing enema. (healthline.com)
• Natural home made enemas are also effective in cleansing the colon. (yogawiz.com)
• Such patients require a bowel management regimen that involves laxatives, which help them regularly and voluntarily empty their colon. (medscape.com)

Doctor's instructions1

• Retain enema in accordance with doctor's instructions. (nih.gov)

Pharmacy1

• You can purchase everything you need for an enema over the counter (OTC) in a drugstore or pharmacy. (healthline.com)

Cleansing3

• Two primary types of enemas exist: cleansing and barium. (healthline.com)
• Unlike cleansing enemas, barium enemas are typically performed by your doctor or radiologist for imaging studies. (healthline.com)
• A cleansing enema can be done as a do-it-yourself procedure. (healthline.com)

Colonic1

• What's the difference between an enema and colonic? (healthline.com)

Lubricate1

• Heavily lubricate the enema tube. (healthline.com)

Suppository1

• The enema and suppository forms of this medicine are for use in the rectum. (drugs.com)

Bulimia1

• Unlike people with bulimia, those with binge eating disorder do not make themselves throw up, use laxatives, or exercise a lot to make up for binge eating. (kidshealth.org)

Relieve1

• An enema helps relieve such stomach distress and restores the health of the intestinal tract. (yogawiz.com)

Powder1

• If your doctor prescribes a laxative, it will be a pill or a powder you mix with water before drinking. (cancer.net)

Uncomfortable2

• While an enema shouldn't hurt, it can be uncomfortable, especially if it's your first one. (healthline.com)
• An enema can be uncomfortable. (healthline.com)

Ingredients1

• Made with high-quality ingredients, this enema is gentle on the body and free from harsh chemicals. (herbspro.com)

Water1

• This means eating plenty of fiber, possibly using a bulk-forming laxative, drinking plenty of water, exercising, and learning to give yourself time to have a bowel movement. (aafp.org)

Herbal1

• Different types of home remedies include yoghurt enema, coffee enema, Epsom salt enema and the herbal enema. (yogawiz.com)

Typically1

• This is typically a result of your body getting used to the sensation and not the enema itself. (healthline.com)

Relief1

• With a 4.5 oz size, this enema is easy to use and provides quick relief in just a few minutes. (herbspro.com)

Insertion1

• Insertion may be easier if person receiving enema bears down, as if having a bowel movement. (nih.gov)

Test1

• You will need an enema or strong laxatives before the test. (cancer.net)

Body3

• If you've used laxatives and enemas for a long time, your doctor may suggest that you gradually reduce the use of them to give your body a chance to adjust. (aafp.org)
• Although coffee enemas have gained popularity as a way to rid your body of impurities, there isn't any research to support these "detoxifying" claims. (healthline.com)
• If the stool is too hard and doesn't pass through the body, a laxative or enema can help to make it softer, allowing it to pass. (liquidimageco.com)

Doctor2

• the doctor prescribes a laxative. (amiright.com)
• QUIZ TIME: What question does Dr. Evil ask the doctor about the laxative? (amiright.com)

Healthcare1

• Your healthcare provider may ask you to do an enema in the days or hours before a procedure like a colonoscopy . (healthline.com)

Discomfort1

• But if you're performing an enema for the first time, you may experience some minor discomfort. (healthline.com)

Hospitals1

• Enema can be administered in hospitals or in the comfort of your own home. (yogawiz.com)

Types2

• You can mix these types of laxatives with fruit juice. (aafp.org)
• Fleet is a popular brand of these types of enemas. (healthline.com)

Time2

• What if I've been using enemas or laxatives for a long time? (aafp.org)
• When a mineral opacity is seen which could represent urinary calculi, soft tissue mineralization or gi foreign material a radiograph obtained after a time interval, or after an enema can be useful. (vin.com)