Optimum

Over the years, I have read many nursing texts concerning

enemas. Each author has his/her own opinion about water

temperature. The range seems to be between 85F and 115F.

Personally, I like my water to be around 45 +/-3 deg C.

My question then is, "Whatt is the optimal temperature for the enema water?"

For me the optimal temperature is what is comfortable for you. Everyone is different and enjoy different temps. Butt, you do not want the water too hot so as to burn or injure the tissues of the body.

I consider 110F a nice warm enema for me and not sure if I would take a hotter one than that and prefer to play safe!

I read somewhere that the temperature that feels comfortable in your mouth is the right temp. I tried it and it works. I thought the water for my enema was just right but it felt cool in my mouth. When I got a nice warm feeling in my mouth from the water temp it was just right for the other end as well. I'm just sayin'.

I find warmer water more comfortable than cooler water. Using an instant read thermometer, I learned what liquid at about 105 degrees feels like. However, like so many things in life, the preferred temperature is a personal thing just as long as it is not hot enough to cause damage. Enjoy experimenting with different temperatures.

I read somewhere that you should use a temperature about the same as what you would use in the shower. I do and it's pleasant and relaxing. If you haven't tried a cold water rinse (and who hasn't) that's an experience in itself.

I keep mine between 100 and 104.

Linda Marie, do you ever cold rinse and if so what temp?

I don't use cold, but I have done a small cool water with aloe to finish up a series with.

It depends on my mood, I have written before that some days warm and some days cold but it also depends on what I am trying to accomplish

I use 100F to 105F as the standard.

Depends on my mood. If I'm hot after a hard day's work outside I'll take a nice and cool one. If I'm hot after a hard day's work of shoveling snow I'll take a really warm one. Otherwise I just go with what would feel good in a shower, perhaps a little hotter, and that works perfectly fine. Cold enemas are very good for getting any leftovers out from previous ones.