... but I think hemorrhoids are what's blocking it. I've tried pushing taking a little more liquid and still nothing. My stomach and rectum are very sore please tell me what I should do at this point
Fleet Enema - I took an enema about 3 hours ago no water has been released I feel as if I have to go
Question posted by nothingishelping on 5 Dec 2015
Last updated on 8 September 2022 by scochran
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scochran
8 Sep 2022
My answer to this would be that the hemorrhoids are only causing pain, not blocking. There is something else blocking you up - probably hardened stool.
I would do this (in this order):
1. Soap suds enema series - first, a 2-quart w/ soap suds, evacuate, a second 2-quart w/ soap suds, evacuate, then a 2-quart warm water rinse.
(if that does not work, as a last resort home remedy, try #2, below)
2. A milk and molasses enema. 8 oz warm water, 3/8 cup powdered milk and 4.5 oz black-strap molasses (a little more than a cup)
Put water and powdered milk into jar, shake until fully mixed. Add molasses. Shake jar again until consistent color. Pour mixture into enema bag and administer.
If 1 & 2 do not work, go to ER.
sen123gent
29 May 2019
I have dealt with ' at times ' issues of constipation for which from childhood my mother gave me as needed enemas to correct . I still use this method to address my constipation . I am fortunate to have a friend who will administer a large volume two quart enema for me when there is need for the treatment . This is my constipation treatment of preference from which I derive great relief as required in a timely manner at the source of my problem . I do drink water and watch my diet as to fiber intake but as per above ……… ' there are times ' .
patrickaloysius
1 June 2016
wow i got lots oof fleet enemas groing up,never knew they were dangerous from the chemicals
Defector39
8 Jan 2016
Is it a plain water only enema? If so, it's not very effective so it's normal that it's not working properly. A little bit of soap in the water or warm milk and molasses enema are better but fleet enema that you buy at the pharmacy are the best.
Also, I will never use an only water enema especially 1 liter or more of water at the same time, it's too much. Hemorrhoids can't block anus to the point where the water can't get out! They can cause pain, they can bleed if the are internal but they will not give constipation. (I had a surgery to remove a lot of internal grade 4 hemorrhoids) so I know what I'm talking about.
Are your stools are very hard usually or they are soft? If your stools are very hard and dry then it's normal then an enema don't work well, it's better to use an osmotic laxative (lactulose, Miralax) who increase the water content in the stools and make them very soft and then you use the fleet enema, it will work much better.
Also, glycerin suppositories work well, you can insert 1-2 or even 3 at the same time if the fleet enema don't work alone. I don't recommend biscodyl supoositories or senna, they are stimulant laxatives and give a lot of pain, also they can't be use daily.
Personally, I use Lactulose 45 ml x 2 a day and glycerin suppositories for my chronic constipation. I can't pass stools without glycerin suppositories and need the lactulose to soft the stools also because just the glycerin supoositories will not work. I use 8 glycerin suppositories at the same time with no problem... They are RX by my gastro Doctor...
Fleet enema that they sell at the pharmacy made of phosphate or home made fleet enema don't work at all on me.
equitube
8 Jan 2016
I must disagree with you. Isotonic h2o (9% NACl), is sodium balanced and very gentle on the body (Your entire system is ap 9% NACl, so is seawater). Fleets do have a purpose, urgent, fast rectal cleansing by osmosis, or drawing h2o into the bowel increasing the hydraulic pressure and irritating the heck out of rectal and colon tissue. They are designed for very limited sporadic use. The AMA no longer recommends soap as an irritant in enemas (though they gave me a soapsuds enema last night at the er) Water naturally increases hydraulic pressure causing peristalic motion of the colon moving waste materials along with it. Constipation is really nothing more than decreased motility usually due to dehydration. An irritant is not needed. Warm water is far more safe, effective, gentle and thourough than high sodium enemas are, which can be dangerous if used too often, especiiall in infants and young children. There have been deaths. One little boy died of electrolyte imbalance after receiving only two saline enemas. Google it, well known case.
equitube
8 Jan 2016
Oh, and I tried a m&m (milk and molasses enema), worst cramps ever. I had to have a colon tube attached to relieve the pressure. It was horrible. I dont recommend
Defector39
8 Jan 2016
Hum, fleet high is phosphate are not good for the health for sure, that's why I never use them. Milk and molasses enema was very popular at the hospital before and they are totally benign and won't cause cramps or pain... you must have a very sensible system to have react so badly to it.
For the constipation, it's not always caused by a slow digestive system! I'm my case and for a lot of other people, pelvic floor dysfunction, megarectum and many more conditions can cause constipation. So the first rule to know what kind of laxatives to use is to know the root of the constipation.
Tap water enema never work for me and soap is not recommended by my gastro Doctor even if I tried it and find it very irritating for the anus and it burn a lot...
The person who asked the question wanted to know if it's normal to not pass stools after a fleet enema and after 3 hours waiting and it's not normal. Also, 1-2 litres of water as a fleet enema can be dangerous, the anus, the rectum are not made to support so many liquid, it can cause permanent damage for sure. And colon cleaning clinics who offer that kind of treatments are not allowed where I live cause they can really kill you. That's not good to have so much liquid inside the anus. A fleet enema will only empty the rectum so it will not empty your intestine... That's a misconception! Stimulant laxatives and osmotic laxatives only will empty the intestine.
equitube
9 Jan 2016
U r correct abt the physiological causes. My MS is known for that. A 1liter enema is very standard, the bowel can safely hold up to 4 L (i dont reccomend ovr 2). M and M is well known for cramps, check out this This M&M enema was the favorite of many an old-time nurse who thought that the major cramping that it produced was the only way to get a good cleanout. Milk and molasses in enemas produce large amounts of gas in the large intestine which can causes severe cramping.
One of the most cramp producing enema solutions ever used.
Remember that 103º Fahrenheit is a good temperature (that is about 39.5º Celsius).
One of the most powerful enemas that I have experienced is the "milk and molasses" enema ("M&M," for short). Use equal amounts of milk and the "blackstrap" variety of molasses (it is a strong-flavored type often used in baking). You won't need a large volume; a pint (16oz.) of each will be sufficient. Heat the milk in a saucepan, then slowly add the molasses stirring as you do so, remove from heat, and mix thoroughly. The molasses being added will reduce the temperature somewhat ,but cool the mixture to103º Fahrenheit, then it will be ready to administer.
For a powerful enema, this one is worth the little extra effort. Your bowels will react almost immediately and it will be extremely difficult to hold for long. You might want to use a retention device to help retain this enema solution.
equitube
8 Jan 2016
Personally, I would take some large volume enemas. First one with a bit of mild soap and 1 to 2 liters of warm water. Hold as long as you can then let it out. Follow this with as many warm tapwater enemas (1 to 2 L, not more than 3). As it takes to clean you out. Better to take 2 at a time, about 15 min apart, then wait a few hrs. Although rare, it can take more than one day to do this. Its also much easier and more comfortable if you can get some qualified assistance. Your insurance may cover home health. Or your provider may have an urgent care clinic that can do this. Be sure to tell the staff in advance that you only want large volume enemas and not saline or laxatives. Good luck.
equitube
8 Jan 2016
Oops, rereading your post, i skipped over your roids. You can still do enemas, dont do fleets or soap, water w a bit of salt, or olive oil is especially nice. Use lots of lube (Im a fan of Palmers cocoa butter in the jar), and be very careful, dont strain, and limit your enemas to much less than i said above
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