How much water should be in an enema to fill to the end of the colon?

In a beginner how much water should be in an enema to fill to the end of the colon?

Amount depends on comfort. Start small. No pain.

If you're a beginner, try an 8 Oz bulb, just to get the feel of things. That's enough to make any adult poo within about 15 minutes, but not cause messy accident. Once you're comfortable with that, change to a bag and work up to about 2 quarts of warm water. That's usually enough to pretty much fill a person's colon and empty them pretty thoroughly. If you want a stronger effect add some soap (like Ivory bar or castile), glycerin, or Dulcolax (in order of poo power)

Technically, it depends on your definition of “full.” Infusing enough enema water to have the earliest water reach the cecum is less than the amount needed to completely fill the entire colon potential space with fluid. I’m 6 feet and can probably feel water in my cecum with just perhaps a 1-2 quart enema. But I’m used to enjoying 2.5-4.5 quart enemas and for me, I’m not convinced any of it passes into the small bowel, so it’s in my colon. I’ve been doing this for about 53 years.

For a beginner, like the others here say, start small with a bulb or small bag. Usual common drugstore bags will give you 1.5-2.5 quarts usually. So try those volumes, gradually increasing until you get the volume you want or it starts to hurt. Like Sean says below, later add other things like Castile soap if you want. Read a lot here about whatever you want to try before you do it. Keep posting questions here anytime you want to verify information or discuss anything.

Eric

I'm not 100% beginner. I have given self enemas but have never found someone to force an enema on me until possibly now. After an initial enema of 2 cups to clean out enough room for the Double Balloon Nozzle to be inflated inside me I will get a second enema to clean out my system from some recent too many fast food days. When I have used a full hot water bottle of enema in the past it hasn't made me feel full but not sure how much more should be added. I need my system cleaned out but since I was Bad I don't deserve a comfortable Enema.

Enema volume will depend on the level of discomfort but always should be increased only in stages. When I was in the hospital in the 50's the nurses didn't seem concerned about the level of discomfort or the amount of the enema since they had a set amount of soapsuds that they gave everybody. In my case, I have reached my maximum level of discomfort with 3 quarts of warm water containing of mix of goat's milk enema bar soap; Ivory bar soap; Dr. Bronner's Liquid castile soap; essential oils and baking soda. In all cases, taking quick short breaths like panting like a puppy is needed to finish completely….. as was advised by the hospital nurses, mom and grandma. …..michael https://en.zity.biz/gallery/image/212297

Some years back I had a doctor tell me to take an enema of 2 qts and swish a bar of soap in the bag. I have had nurses for girlfriends and they gave me enemas, one would fill the 2 qt bag and one would only use one qt of soapy water. I think going over 2 qts in one filling cannot be a good thing if done too frequently. These stories of 4-6 qts of water at a time I find dangerous, but that is just me

Around 2 quarts should be fine, if you retain it until spontaneous expulsion is achieved!

The average adult colon has a maximum volume of 6 qts (5.7 liters). That said, it means 50% have a smaller potential volume, and 50% have a larger potential volume. Thus, to be sure one does not burst their colon, EASY DOES IT! Fill until it is slightly painful. SLIGHTLY painful. If you want to increase your colon capacity, gradually increase the volumes you take over time. Again, do not exceed the volume that causes slight pain. I recommend getting a colonoscopy before trying to expand your colon. It will let you know that your colon is normal. Aside from detecting polys or colon cancer, it will also show diverticulae (little sacs that develop off the sides of the colon, sort of like little balloons), which could burst before the colon actually feels full.

Larger people have larger capacity for their enema volumes. However the largeness will be according to your frame size. Short and fat will need smaller loads up in their colon. The weight of the water put up into your tummy will activate your sensations to expel. Some like to play with soap. But as you are asking about this, indicates to me, you should only be playing with water. Weigh yourself first and then suck up 2 pounds to make your tummy feel better. You may lay on your back and simply rub on your weighted tummy to cause some of it to move around inside and maybe cause your own waste to loosen up and get ready to slide out with the slosh you are playing with in there. Do not get too intense. Just let it out, with the intent of getting filled again. You may use an anal sucking exercise to aid your progress as well, helping the to water spread up into you. You are learning a skill, and may try different positions, including walking or cycling to loosen up an impaction, rather than great volumes. Notice and appreciate the weight of your enema belly pregnancy. Keep your bath scales close bye. The new digital electronic are safer, more protected from the water you are playing with. It does not matter how much you weigh, but rather how much weight you are taking in and putting out. Taking in temperatures a little lower than body's normal is better at getting things moving. So taking your temp and your enema water's temp should be part of your interest in doing a good job for yourself or others. And concerning others, it is important they learn to have at least a little fun. So lighten up and be playful for them. Do not be afraid to have fun while you work together. To that fun, there are is a good variety of positions and muscles the patient may try and exercise toward keeping the treatment interesting. Also some like sliding a colon tube in to cause a cleansing spray washing the small pockets inside the colon called diverticulum. Thinking and talking about stuff like this and learning the geography of your own colon is important too, and fun of course. Whistle if you can, while it is giving you that little stretch inside, or not and quietly sense it bigging your tummy. Watch how your tummy will jiggle for you as the fill starts getting you. For many their enemas must be frequent rather than large. Find your way and make the most of it each time you get it.

More than once, i was tired after a hard day. Filled the tub with extra warm water. Got a cool enema trickling inside me and simply fell asleep taking a real bath, inside and out. In a warm bath your enema might not seem to weigh as much. Be extra careful getting out!! 👨 👧 👩‍🦳 👨‍🦳 🧘‍♀️ 👸🏿 🤴🏿 `j~~~~~~~~~~~

I think the volume depends on the purpose the enema. If you just want a quick flush of the rectum to be clean for a little back door fun then a couple of cups and no more than a quart should suffice. If you want a deeper cleansing and a good emptying of the lower bowels then I would think use at minimum 1-1.5 quarts. For a really good (imo) flushing of the colon and to get that wonderful feeling of fullness and the sense relief and calm after expelling then use 2 quarts or more. As you become more experienced you may want to attempt larger volumes. My personal preference is 2.5-3.5 quarts. Less than 2.5 quarts and I feel disappointed. I will occasionally go up to just over 4 quarts, but no more, and that does not happen often. 3 quarts is my sweet spot. When I was in my teens a 2 quart enema was sufficient, but as I have experimented and gotten older I have found that after emptying a 2 quart bag I feel almost a let down and want more. I now use a 4 quart bag, and stop the flow when I am "feeling it". That's usually 2.5-3.5 quarts.

Since you are a beginner I would suggest taking 1-1.5 quarts. You will find your sweet spot where you are satisfied. As you fill and you get the cramps and feel like you have to go, breathe deep through your nose and exhale through your mouth. Breathe using your stomach muscles and diaphragm. I also find that squeezing your anus tight around the nozzle while exhaling helps get through the cramp and my bowel opens and accepts the flow of the warm water.