The clister is a procedure that consists of the introduction of a tube through the anus, where water or some other substance is introduced with the purpose of washing the intestine, and is usually indicated in cases of constipation. Here are the symptoms of constipation.
The cleaning enema can be done when you suffer from constipation, to stimulate the functioning of the intestine, or when there is a medical indication. This cleansing may also be recommended at the end of gestation, since pregnant women usually have a stuck gut, or to perform exams, such as the enema or enema, which aims to evaluate the shape and function of the large intestine and the rectum. Understand how the opaque enema test is done.
However, the enema should not be done more than once a week, as it can cause changes in the intestinal flora and cause change in intestinal transit, worsening constipation or leading to the onset of chronic diarrhea, for example.
How to make
To make a cleaning enema at home it is necessary to buy an enema kit at the pharmacy, which costs on average $ 60.00, and follow the following steps:
- Fit the enema kit by connecting the tube to the water tank and to the plastic tip;
- Fill the enema kit reservoir with 1 liter of distilled water at 37 ° C;
- Open the tap of the clister kit and allow to drain some water until the whole tube is filled with water;
- Hang the water tank at least 90 cm from the floor;
- Lubricate the plastic tip with petroleum jelly or olive oil;
- Adopt one of these positions: lying on your side with your knees bent or lying on your stomach with your knees bent toward your chest;
- Gently insert the tip into the anus toward the navel, not forcing the insert to cause no injury;
- Open the tap of the kit to allow water to enter the intestine;
- Hold position and wait until you feel strong urge to evacuate, usually between 2 to 5 minutes;
- Repeat cleaning cleanser 3 to 4 times to thoroughly clean the intestine.
In cases where the patient is unable to evacuate with the warm water enema, a good solution is to mix 1 cup of olive oil in the enema water. However, the effectiveness is greatest when using 1 or 2 drug enemas, such as Microlax or Fleet Enema, mixed in the water. Learn how to use the Fleet Enema.
However, if after mixing a pharmacy enema in the enema water the patient still does not have the will to evacuate it is recommended to consult a gastroenterologist to diagnose the problem and initiate the appropriate treatment. In addition, it is important to have a diet that favors bowel movement, that is, rich in fiber and fruit. Find out what are the fruits that release the intestine and also some options of laxative teas.
When to go to the doctor
It is recommended to consult a gastroenterologist or go to the emergency room when:
- There has been no fecal elimination for more than 1 week;
- After mixing a pharmacy enema in the water and not feel like evacuating;
- Signs of severe constipation appear, such as very swollen belly or severe abdominal pain.
In these cases, the doctor will do diagnostic tests, such as MRI, to check for any problems that may be causing constant constipation, such as twisting of the bowel, hernias or tumors, for example.
