An enema is the use of a catheter inserted into the colon from the anus through the rectum to infuse liquid. In order to achieve a laxative cure. It can affect intestinal peristalsis, soften and eradicate feces, and has the effect of cooling, inducing labor, diluting intestinal poisons, reducing absorption, and low temperature solution for cooling patients with high fever. In addition, it can also reach the therapeutic intention of supplying medicine, nutrition, and water.
Benefits of enema
1. Enema is conducive to the excretion of stool. Its purpose is to remove the stool in the body and eliminate the toxins accumulated in the body.
2. Stimulate intestinal motility and eliminate flatulence.
3. Use low temperature solution to cool the patients with high fever.
4. Clean the intestines, often used in certain operations, examinations or childbirth.
5. Dilute and remove harmful substances in the intestines to reduce poisoning.
Disadvantages of enema
Enema is a short-term act. There is no therapeutic effect. It is usually done by people with severe constipation. Frequent enema damages the weak intestinal flora, and an irregular enema may cause mechanical damage to the intestines, or even perforation of the intestines. Moreover, the stool in the lavage fluid can easily contaminate the urethra and vagina when it flows out.
If we wash our intestines frequently, it will make our anal sphincter more relaxed, so that we are less sensitive to bowel movements. Frequent bowel washing can easily cause confusion in the intestinal flora, lead to intestinal dysfunction, and cause abdominal bloating, diarrhea and other symptoms.