Enema

Definitions

1. An injection of fluid into the large intestine by way of the rectum, usually for medical purposes.
2. The fluid so injected.
3. A device for administering such an injection.

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Examples

“To the distensile enema of simple tepid water, no valid objection can be urged.”

“[…] It is further neglected by a mental dependence upon cathartics or enemata to produce⟳ the stimulation. Defecalgesiophobia is a common cause for neglecting the act.”

“Iatrogenic poisoning can result⟳ from the use⟳ of magnesium in the treatment of hypertension or of toxemia of pregnancy; deaths have⟳ been reported from the use⟳ of magnesium sulfate enemas in megacolon and from oral administration for purging.”

“But alcohol enemas are no laughing matter⟳, experts say⟳. […] Using an alcohol enema involves placing a small tube into someone’s rectum and pouring alcohol into the colon.”

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