After using an enema what should come out is the poop inside of you and also the enema solution that you administered inside of you.
An enema takes between 1 minute to 5 minutes to work.
After at least 5 minutes you should need to have a bowel movement which will release your poop and the enema solution.
Make sure to throw out the enema after use and wash your hands and clean your butt afterwards as well.
The safest over the counter enema are saline or water enemas that are mild enemas.
Some mild water or saline enemas that are the safest are Fleet Laxative Saline Enema and Equate Ready To Use Enema Sodium Phosphates Saline Laxative Enema.
Over the counter Enemas are safe when used properly and used sparingly or when needed.
Using an over the counter enema too often can be bad.
An enema that is used incorrectly can damage the tissue in your large intestine and cause bowel perforation.
As long as you use the right enema solution and clean, sterilized tools, an enema is considered safe to make at home.
But enemas and colon cleanses in general can result in symptoms like nausea, dehydration, and throwing off your natural electrolyte balance.
To use an enema you lie on your side on the towel, and pull your knees under your abdomen and chest.
Gently insert the lubricated tube up to 4 inches into your rectum.
Once the tube is secure, gently squeeze the contents of the enema bag or allow it to flow into your body with gravity's help.
Saline solution enemas provide a soft stool mass and increased bowel action that leads to a bowel movement.
For minor constipation, just water or saline solution can be enough to get relief.
Water enemas and soapsuds enemas also may be used, but with large volumes, dangerous water intoxication can occur if the enema is retained.
Large-volume water or soapsuds enemas also can lead to hyperphosphatemia and other electrolyte disturbances if the enema is retained.
Some ways you can loosen your bowel blockage at home include.
Drink more water.
Eat more fiber, especially soluble, non-fermentable fiber.
Exercise more.
Drink coffee, especially caffeinated coffee.
Take Senna, an herbal laxative.
Eat probiotic foods or take probiotic supplements.
Over-the-counter or prescription laxatives.