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Can Enemas Relieve Fecal Impaction?
I am 62 yrs old I have IBS, Diverticulosis & an old ulcer, I am currently taking linzess for the IBS, it has been helpful up until 3 days ago where i started have abdominal pain, I threw up one evening & my bowels are clogged for 6 days now, I had a bit of a movement just now but came out like ping pong balls not soft or smooth, My question is can I give myself an enema for gas & bowel relief?
Fri, 23 Sep 2016
Hello and thanks you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein and I will try to help you as much as I can with my answer.
It is not advisable to do it alone since some complications may occur and you should find professional help for it. Also,you should use laxatives and take plenty of fluids. Also,high fibre food and coffee may help. But don't do enema on yourself.
I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us.
Kindly regards. Wish you a good health.
It is not advisable to do it alone since some complications may occur and you should find professional help for it. Also,you should use laxatives and take plenty of fluids. Also,high fibre food and coffee may help. But don't do enema on yourself.
I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us.
Kindly regards. Wish you a good health.
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