You should lay down for an enema for best results and when ready to release the enema you should sit down on the toilet.
The position that is best for an enema is the left lateral position because of the anatomical characteristics of the colon.
The left lateral position is where you lie on your left side, with your left leg straight out on the bed, and the right leg bent up but also lying on the bed – like the recovery position.
An enema will break up hard stool as long as the hard stool is not too impacted.
If the enema does not work to break up the hard stool then you should see a doctor as they can remove it using a gloved finger.
However most times doing an enema 1 to 2 times or so can break up the hard stool and get you pooping again.
You can use an enema if poop is stuck and in some cases the enema will remove stuck poop.
If the enema does not work then a doctor can manually clear the poop out using a gloved finger to sweep the poop out of the rectum.
If nothing is coming out after enema you could have an impacted bowel or blocked bowel or have not used the enema properly or long enough.
If you don't have a bowel movement within 30 minutes of using saline enema (Fleet Enema), you should contact your provider.
They might ask you questions to see if your stool is impacted (stuck in your bowels), if you're dehydrated, or if your constipation is due to another health condition.
The best time of day to do an enema is the first thing the morning or after you poop.
Ideally the best time to day an enema is before bed but you can do an enema at any time day or night.
The best time to do an enema is at night just before going to bed.
The best time to do an enema is right before your normal bowel movement or right after having a bowel movement depending on why you are using the enema.
The best position for an enema is to lay on your left side with your right knee pulled up to your chest.
Some people may also be more comfortable in a kneeling position, leaning forward until the left side of the face is resting on the floor with your left arm folded.
After an enema you will poop within 15 to 20 minutes and sometimes need to poop for an hour after the enema is used.
A soap water enema is used to treat constipation and treats fecal incontinence and clears bowels before a medical procedure.
If you don't poop after an enema it could mean you have an impacted stool or bowel blockage and need to see a doctor.
In some cases doing the enema again can get you pooping but if not you should see a doctor.
After an enema you should eat foods high in fiber such as oatmeal, wholemeal bread, fruits and vegetables which helps the barium pass through more quickly.
An enema only goes up as far as a few inches into the colon which is how far it can go.
A colonic can go the entire distance of the colon but an enema can only go a few inches into your colon.
An enema can sometimes get everything out but not always.
Enemas are very good at getting at least most of the poop out of your rectum but sometimes it may not get all of it.
The amount of water you should drink before an enema is between 1 to 2 glasses of water to keep you from becoming dehydrated.
You should drink a lot of water after an enema as well which helps to re-hydrate you and helps to keep your stool soft.
An enema works much better the longer you hold it in.
Ideally you should leave an enema in for at least 15 minutes if you can manage that long but if the poop and enema solution wants to come out within 5 to 10 minutes that is okay as well but try holding the enema in for at least 15 minutes if you can as it will provide the best results.
If you don't poop after an enema you may need to try the enema again.
If you still don't poop within 15 to 20 minutes after an enema even after trying it again you may have an impacted stool and need to seek medical attention.
You can also try lying on your back to see if the fluid works it's ways to your bowels.
For best results you should hold an enema in for at least 15 minutes if possible although sometimes the enema may work within 5 to 10 minutes or less.
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.