When do you NEED an enema?

Typically "slow transit" is not an issue but excessive gas is frequent. That's always a good reason (excuse) to take an enema. Soapy ones work better for gas relief.

I don’t recall a time that I “needed” an enema unless you consider a childhood hospitalization in the 70’s where I was given several enemas before finally receiving a barium enema on the x-ray table. At the time, I would guess it was medically necessary. Mom gave me an enema on two different occasions when she felt I had been constipated as a child but I have not taken an enema for that purpose since. All of my enemas since have been for pleasure and have always been spur of the moment and never planned or thought of as needed.

Now, but circumstances preclude some enema time for me right now🙈I’ll always have Zity😍

When my digestive issues and IBS symptoms start acting up more than usual, for sure. Also when my migraines are on a bad streak. That brain-gut relationship is no joke.

When my digestive issues and IBS symptoms start acting up more than usual, for sure. Also when my migraines are on a bad streak. That brain-gut relationship is no joke.

I used to suffer from migraines in my 20s and 30s. In addition to the medication, my husband would give me an enema, which helped me relax and sleep for several hours. Absolutely, there is a connection between the brain and “the gut.”

Update to original post...since I originally posted this question, I have had two abdominal surgeries, and I'm a bit reluctant to start thing up again. I now have a condition that threatens to make daily enemas necessary, because after I eat, I often have uncontrollable diarrhea, which ends only after I've basically "burnt out my butthole" (and I'm empty). I've spent significant time studying this, and it's a common reaction. The only real answer seems to be what is now called "transanal irrigation," which is an "enema under another name." The equipment for that is prescription equipment, and if I bought it, would be about $300...

So, no. I have the bag, etc. & will buy another if I need, for $20-50. I've been waiting for complete healing from the surgeries before I start. Soon, though.

The only time I take an enema is in preparation for anal sex. I always clean myself out just before I leave for my date. I am a bi male who loves anal penetration.

Specially needed, never !! - only in a play session with like minded adults, regarding foreplay, in look for many other activities !!

Due to intestinal problems since childhood I use suppositories almost daily, if the suppository fails I try to insert soaps and if these also fail it is time for the enema.

Due to intestinal problems since childhood I use suppositories almost daily, if the suppository fails I try to insert soaps and if these also fail it is time for the enema.

Dear Anne ! - firstly i am very sorry to hear about your intestinal problems !! - but my question will be - do you use suppositories vor enemas only for health, or maybe also for sexual activities ?? - sorry for this - maybe - indiscret question !!

Today I also use it for sexual activities.

I can tell I need an enema when I start to have more trouble pooping and feeling more bloated. Usually this is at least once a month but I do better if I have time for a total cleanout at least twice a month.

Migraines! I use to get them frequently, particularly due to the stresses of my job. I got it all; the headache, light sensitivity, sound sensitivity, nauseous etc. I read that strong coffee enemas could alleviate migraines so I tried it. It might be that the whole process of the enema takes your mind off of the discomfort but it certainly helped me. Plus, it changed the gears in my brain 🧠 towards sexual thoughts and pleasure! I remember reading that you should retain for as long as you could, about 20 minutes or more. Well, I found them rather easy to hold with about 2 to 3 quarts. I still remember the first time it helped immensely! My mind was certainly reset as I got an erection and rubbed my warm belly. It became so pleasurable, like an oasis from everything! Combined with the rush of endorphins it was so therapeutic 😌. Now I seek out the pleasure of a good enema to help keep me in my happy 😊 place!

For me it's a dysenergetic bowel so incomplete movements. Usually will start a BM with a bulb enema and then end one afterwards to get any stragglers. Otherwise I'm back to the bathroom multiple times to either try again or wipe for leakage. On bad days it's in a diaper to deal with the FI and leakage.

I don't ever recall needing an enema. However, sometimes an aunt would insist that I need an enema and then it happens. Leads to the kink I have today.

This morning, after my usual routine which included a substantial bm, I was pouring my coffee into the cup when I decided that I needed an enema. So I made another pot of coffee and a few minutes later I was enjoying the feeling of warmth and well being from the bottom up too. Life is good.

@Cheryl77177 this is the best scenario for a wonderful morning and great enema.

An enema after a good BM is very effective and the warmth of the enema is felt even deeper. The resulting cleanse leaves one fresh, light and ready to take on the day.

Thank you for sharing.

Sometimes I just “know” … usually feel uncomfortable and often quite gassy. There’s always a clear difference between just needing to go, and feeling blocked up and needing some help to go!

At least once a week.....I don't eat like I should but it makes my belly flat and just feel better

When constipation lasts more than a day. In other words, if I can't go to the bathroom one day and still can't on the next I pretty much know that I'm going to need an enema to do it. After just one day of not going by the next day it's always really difficult if not impossible. If I can't go by the second day I know there's no way I'll be able to go after that without some kind of help.

When the weather outside is frightful and I’m not exercising, when I've stuffed myself with too many treats (like during the holidays), when I’m not drinking enough water to keep my system moving, when stress has me freaked out over little things, when I’m grumpy because I feel fat and bloated — I NEED an enema!

Ah, that feels better!

@Vicki_V , exactly! The holidays and holiday fun foods wreak havoc on my gut and enemas are a very pleasurable way to fix that problem.

Like 5 years ago!

I only need enemas on days that end with a "Y."

@WaterLog yes me also! LOL

Now.

When my wife and I were first married I found out that she needed an enema when starting her period. Her mom gave her enemas as a young woman when she had her period to relieve cramps. So I told her I would help each month. I then found out that when she got her period that I became bloated and constipated. So for the next several years we gave each other an enema once a month. Following an ivory flakes soapy enema, we did 1 or 2 rinses with baking soda and salt. My wife has passed on now, so for the last few years I have been on my own. 4 years ago I met a lovely young lady and we are a couple now. She has consented to giving me enemas when needed. Life is full again.

Right now if possible.

„ When do you NEED an enema?“

constantly

even the thought is enough to trigger a craving.

Having diarrhea? How much sugar are you consuming at your meals seems a reasonable concern.