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I did something stupid with an Enema

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caden94566
caden94566

I read somewhere that soap helps clear constipation. At the time I didn't know how severe doing this could be. I Gave myself an enema of just purely scented soap. Around 1/4th of an ounce to be exact. It's been around 4 days now and I can't produce a bowel movement. I took 2 single servings of Miralax around 3 hours ago and I took 1 serving the day before.

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  • JerryR
    JerryR caden94566

    Edited

    How aboutr a Fleets enema?  Or a suppository - glycerin (mild) or Dulcolax (stronger).  If you're feeling well, no harm done.

    • caden94566
      caden94566 JerryR

      Posted

      I have never administered an Enema and I don't want to incorrectly perform one. As for the latter, I don't currently have those on hand and have no way to get them. If I were to go to the doctor what would they most likely prescribe me?

    • JerryR
      JerryR caden94566

      Edited

      Do you know where your a-hole is? Then you can do a Fleets enema.
  • Nalyssa18
    Nalyssa18 caden94566

    Posted

    If You go to the doctor, they most likely will just prescribe you some type of laxative. Maybe Miralax, magnesium citrate, or something like that. That's what a regular doctor prescribed me when I was pregnant. But after I had my baby, I couldn't go for up to weeks at a time, which landed me at the hospital twice, which they administered an enema each time, which honestly helped but was the most pain I've ever experienced. But Since then, I've been taking Miralax twice a day. They told me there's honestly no wrong way you can do an enema, as long as you just follow the directions. The only thing to help me long term was miralax, but to be able to go now, I'd try a stimulant laxative if you can, or like someone previously said, a fleets enema. I've been there before, trust me. Hope you're able to go soon!

    • Nalyssa18
      Nalyssa18

      Posted

      Let me Just add that I wasn't in pain due to the enema. I meant the worst pain ever was how I already felt & what was in me coming out. Just didn't want you to think I meant the enema part. Lol. That doesn't hurt at all.

  • Guest
    Guest caden94566

    Posted

    Try a plain water enema, maybe, and if that works, I'd repeat it until the soap is gone.

    If all else fails, see a doctor!

  • Guest
    Guest caden94566

    Posted

    BTW, when I wrote "plain water enema" I was thinking of a litre or so.

  • wendall
    wendall caden94566

    Posted

    Hi Caden I feel you pain. I to suffer from chronic constipation. I am currently using Ispaghula husks. It’s a bulk forming drink. I pour the power into water and drink it. I’m currently using two a day . Which allows me to have a bowed movement 3 times a week. It does help but you may have to try it for a period of time on a regular basis for it to work. There are other power sachets out their to. Worth seeeing the Gp. As everyone is different. I also eat fruit which also has a bulking effect. Gd lunch and let us know how you get on . Regards Wendy 
  • caden94566
    caden94566

    Posted

    The Miralax took it's effect the other day, nothing else was needed. However I still think there is soap left inside. Is there any way it could clear itself without any help from anything besides laxatives?

  • caden94566
    caden94566

    Posted

    Also I want to make it clear that there was no water, there was purely soap.
  • caden94566
    caden94566

    Posted

    Update: I'm dumb and I didn't read the label apparently it's body lotion not soap. Should I be worried about that?

  • Thejudy68
    Thejudy68 caden94566

    Posted

    I haven't been on here for a while. I read your post and comments. I hope that you aren't having a problem anymore and that you are taking Miramax every night. It is the only thing that has kept me regular.

    I was surprised to learn how many people have this problem ! The majority are women though?! Not sure why ? Take care.

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