Enema can relieve constipation, but do not do it frequently!

Constipation is a common phenomenon in life. There are many ways to improve constipation. Enema is one of the methods to treat constipation. It can effectively remove the stool in the human intestine and is good for the human stomach. However, everything has two sides. Frequent enema can also be harmful to the body. So what are its advantages and disadvantages?

Benefits of enema:

1. By injecting an appropriate amount of liquid, it can stimulate the intestines, promote peristalsis, help defecation, clear feces in the intestines, eliminate intestinal gas accumulation, and relieve constipation and bloating.

2. Clean the intestines. Patients who undergo certain surgeries (such as abdominal or pelvic surgery) can have an enema before surgery to prevent fecal contamination during the operation and to prevent abdominal distension and constipation after the operation. On the other hand, enema is used as a preparation before certain intestinal examinations.

3. By injecting low-temperature liquids, it can help patients with high fever achieve the effect of physical cooling.

4. It can dilute harmful substances in the intestines and reduce poisoning.

5. The injected medicine or nutrient solution is absorbed through the intestinal mucosa and can treat intestinal infections and intestinal diseases. The absorbed nutrient solution can also provide nutrition for the body.

Disadvantages of enema:

1. If you frequently defecate by enema, it may cause the anal sphincter to relax further, affecting the normal defecation reflex; and for people with weak constitutions, too many enemas will also irritate the stomach and intestines, causing intestinal flora imbalance;

2. Improper enema technique or operation may also cause local damage to the anus, contaminate the urethra or vagina, cause infection, or cause complications such as intestinal perforation;

3. If too much fluid is infused and absorbed by the intestines, it may cause heart failure, electrolyte imbalance, etc.