I went to my doctor's office today. I had my 4 mth check-up today. My doctor(female) said that I need to recieve an enema at each visit starting next week. She wants me to get one next week so I don't have to wait until 5mths. I don't know anything about enemas. But my doctor said to stop by her office tomorrow and she will have information on it for me.
Questions:
What is an enema.
How is it administered.
How long does it take.
Anythng else I should know.
Thank you!!
~~Kelly
2006-10-19 09:34:24 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Kelly......run, run like the wind straight to another OB/GYN. I have never heard of enemas being given to a pregnant woman unless it was just b4 giving birth.
An enema is a liquid solution administered anally to lossen the contents of your bowel so it can hmmmmm flow freely out. Takes about ten minutes to put in and Lordie maybe 30 minutes to come back out. Not comfortable and if it's not necessary maybe your doctor is
2006-10-19 22:11:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
An enema is a way to flush out your colon. Basically, a tube is inserted into your anus and water is pushed up into it. I believe it will bring on a bowel movement. I'm 18 weeks pregnant and my doctor has never mentioned giving me weekly enemas. Are you having some sort of bowel movement problem? Are you constipated? I really don't understand why. Anyways, I've never had an enema so I can't tell you what it feels like or what will happen. If I were you I would ask the doctor why she wants to give you enemas.
2006-10-19 09:41:58 · answer #2 · answered by {~§åŗã~} 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What kind of doctor? And why did she suggest enemas? Are you pregnant?
Enemas are flushing of liquid, usually water, into the bowels to relieve constipation. But if done too often can cause dehydration. If you are having regular bowel movements, there isn't a need to use an enema. I'd get a second opinion from a qualified doctor. If you're pregnant the "what to expect when your expecting" book discourages enemas because they may cause cramping which can in turn can cause premature labor. They suggest a diet change to include more fiber. Adding more veggies, fruits and soy products can help you relieve constipation.
2006-10-19 09:43:21 · answer #3 · answered by gypsy g 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Never heard of that either. Wow. I wonder why. Well, to answer: an enema is a water and (I think) gentle saline solution which is propelled into the lower intestines through the anus in order to empty out the bowels. There's a soft plastic tube (which is narrow and quite small -- doesn't hurt) which is inserted anally and the solution is squeezed upward out of a soft plastic bottle. You ususally do this lying down, but it can be done standing up. Then you wait about 20 minutes for the solution to work its magic, and then you have to have a bowel movement. None of this is painful in any way, shape or form. If it is, definitely tell your doctor. Slightly strange request for a doctor's visit, but not anything awful.
2006-10-19 09:42:58 · answer #4 · answered by Marlo L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An enema is a procedure that cleans your bowels. It's usually in the form of a liquid that you drink the night before you see the doctor. The only time you'd need one is if you'd be undergoing some type of rectal exam. I'm very surprised that your doctor would say you need one before a pregnancy exam. I'd get a second opinion.
2006-10-19 09:44:07 · answer #5 · answered by Blue Jean 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may need to be drinking more H2O. An enema is a bowel flush basically. There are different ways of administering one. They arent comfortable. Be careful they can be harmful to your system, unless you arent having daily movements. You might want to try other alternatives like a suppository. Either that or she needs stool samples for her paperwork? I dont think these are necessary though. You might want to get a second opinion....
2006-10-19 09:45:53 · answer #6 · answered by Hurray for the ANGELS! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An enema is a water filled bag that is put up your butt hole and squeezed until the water goes in. They will tell you to hold it as long as you can and then you won't be able to and you will go poopy.
It doesn't take that long.
Why do they want to give one to you each time? Having constipation troubles?
2006-10-19 09:48:47 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
properly i'm in ny, yet my wide-unfold practitioner does an ultrasound at each and every appointment. that's no longer as sparkling because of the fact those which you get on the scientific institution, yet you will discover the heart beat and the toddler moving. Even at my first appointment (7.5 weeks) shall we see the heart beat on the demonstrate screen. the toddler gave the impression of somewhat white blob at that degree. additionally on the 1st examination they took ALOT of blood. Like approximately 10 diverse vials. i think of I have been given examined for each little thing it rather is accessible to be examined for. and each pass to there's a urine attempt, weight examine, blood tension. i think of thats approximately what you are able to anticipate, a minimum of here in ny. i'm from New Zealand even with the incontrovertible fact that and that i understand my friends over there purely get one ultrasound at 20 weeks, and not almost as many assessments. So i think it relies upon the place you're.
2016-10-02 11:34:28 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'M SURE BY NOW YOU KNOW WHAT AN ENEMA IS I HAVE 4 CHILDREN AND I NEVER HEARD OF ANYONE NEEDED ONE EVERY WEEK. ACTUALLY THEY SAY YOU SHOULD HAVE ONE BEFORE DELIVERY SO WHEN YOU PUSH THE BABY OUT YOU DON'T HAVE A NUMBER TWO ON YOUR SELF.
2006-10-19 09:45:27 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did she tell you why? I've had five kids and never needed an enema .
2006-10-19 09:38:50 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋