Skip to main content
Print this sectionPrint this section

The Procedural Work For an Enema

- Types of Enemas

  1. Cleansing Enema:
    Used to help empty the colon and rectum using water or saline.
  2. Retention Enema:
    Used to help treat inflammatory bowel disease or to deliver medication directly to the colon using a solution of drugs like hydrocortisone. It is designed to remain in the colon for an extended period.
  3. Oil Enema:
    Used to relieve constipation by using a solution of mineral oil or olive oil.
  4. Carminative Enemas:
    Used to relieve gas and bloating in the colon using a solution of warm water and mild soap.
  5. Barium Enema:
    Used to help diagnose colon and rectum conditions, such as tumors or polyps, using a barium sulfate solution. This solution coats the colon lining and allows for X-ray imaging.