Enema

An enema is a procedure used for clearing the bowel and colon.

The enema introduces a liquid, usually water and sodium bicarbonate or sodium phosphate, by means of a bulb or enema bag, which is attached to a long thin tube that is inserted into the anus.

As the liquid travels from the enema bulb or bag through the tube, it enters the anus and then moves on into the colon. This helps stimulate the bowel to release faecal matter.

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