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Constipation Issues, And Gave Myself Enema , But I’m Worried

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Posted on Mon, 22 Mar 2021
Question: Constipation issues, and gave myself enema, but I’m worried the enema tubing may have had bacteria or mold in it I couldn’t see as I’ve been having severe anxiety since.
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Answered by Dr. Vasudha (1 hour later)
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Detailed answer below.

Detailed Answer:
Hi Timlisagor,
Thanks for the query.I understand your concern.
In case if introducing mold/bacteria in rectum...can be avoided by using a boiled enema tube or using a disposible tube. Use distilled water during process andcleaning.
-Inhaling or eating mold is likely to be more risky.
-Here it is introduced from enema tube...so mostly it is likely to be expelled out with the following motion(stools)
*Still to be on safe side observe for-
-digestive issues like indigestion,bloating,nausea,loose bowels..
repeatedly,
-Allergic or immunosuppression ..like Asthmatic attacks,
-Neurogenic symptoms like forgetfulness,loss of concentration of change in behavior,
-Loss of weight without any obvious cause.
Such symptoms need check up by your family physician refferal to specific speciality &detoxification from molds under expert care with specific medication.
*I hope that helps.Any follow up query is welcome.
Thanks.


Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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Follow up: Dr. Vasudha (1 hour later)
What about bacteria? I should watch for same symptoms I imagine? I kept enemy tube hanging in shower, no standing water in tube, but I just worry mold or bacteria built up and is now affecting my microbiome. Have been experiencing anxiety and panic symptoms since.
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Answered by Dr. Vasudha (12 hours later)
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi Timlisagor,
Thanks for follow up query.
I don't mean to suggest...that you should go on imagining.&get stressed Certain symptoms are already mentioned to signify different issues of mold infection...Mostly mold introduced by enema has chances to escape out forcefully with post enema motion of bowels...thats why the observations to suspect any damage done was suggested
* In case you are very anxious...such mold infection can be diagnosed by detecting specific antibodies for moulds allergies(these are produced in ourbody inresponce to mold infection&causes symptoms)
*Bacterial infection of intestines can be diagnosed by routine µscopic examination of stools or culture&sensitivity test
** Exclusion OR Detection of causative organism would help by getting relief from fear of infection OR in planning specific needful treatment.
In this scenario you should consult a gastroenterologist for your bowel complaints.
I hope that satisfies you.Any follow up query is welcome.
Thanks.




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Constipation Issues, And Gave Myself Enema , But I’m Worried

Brief Answer: Detailed answer below. Detailed Answer: Hi Timlisagor, Thanks for the query.I understand your concern. In case if introducing mold/bacteria in rectum...can be avoided by using a boiled enema tube or using a disposible tube. Use distilled water during process andcleaning. -Inhaling or eating mold is likely to be more risky. -Here it is introduced from enema tube...so mostly it is likely to be expelled out with the following motion(stools) *Still to be on safe side observe for- -digestive issues like indigestion,bloating,nausea,loose bowels.. repeatedly, -Allergic or immunosuppression ..like Asthmatic attacks, -Neurogenic symptoms like forgetfulness,loss of concentration of change in behavior, -Loss of weight without any obvious cause. Such symptoms need check up by your family physician refferal to specific speciality &detoxification from molds under expert care with specific medication. *I hope that helps.Any follow up query is welcome. Thanks.