Yes I have told my doctor about enemas that I have taken. One day a couple of years ago I told him that I have taken over a thousand enema. He only told me to not use too much pressure when taking them. Other wise he seemed OK with me taking them. redrub
Just too embarassed to bring it up - tried to get the PA to order an enema but she just gave me some laxatives instead - said I didn't appear to have any hard impactions (by feeling around my belly).
[quote author=Luvabag link=topic=1712.msg218896#msg218896 date=1244898988]No, I never have. She's interested in lots of things so I'llbring it up next time I see her in July.[/quote]So did you get the nerve to tell her? I am always interested. My new doctor is mid 30s and attractive; but, she seemed somewhat uncomfortable doing the rectal exam and she didn't check the privates or check for hernias. That leads me to believe she may be put off if I were to bring it up.
I think I would discuss it if it seemed related to a problem I was having. My only concern would be to what extent the information was written into my files. Could be embarassing if the records were ever pulled for a lawsuit or something. What you think is confidential between you and your doctor could well be shared more broadly if you were in some dispute where your mecical history became relevant. You might want to exercise some caution before unburdoning your soul if you think you would be squeamish later on for that information to be seen by others.
They should only need to know if there is a medical problem. As for the person who said his fe MD did not do a DRE (digital rectal exam) and he was 50+; get a new doc. Every guy should have that done yearly and if there is any history of prostate issues esp. cancer of the prostate, get it done yearly and start at a a younger age after discussing with the MD. In health care rare things are rare and common things are common, so therefore pay attention to your heredity and health care. Not all physicians are bright and any MD not doing a complete physical and DRE on a male over 50 is not bright.
Great question. Me? no, I haven't. Funny though, I had a perfect opportunity recently-seeing a G.I.Dr. for a colonoscopy. So, I get the results back saying, "see ya in 10 years." I reason, what's the point, and didn't ask. Truth is, I chickened out. Now that I've seen what all you guys have said, I'm thinking-next time I'm telling all!
My doctor knows because it's medically necessary as a result of neurogenic bladder/nerve issues.Does she know I also enjoy them at times? No.
Told my Gastro about taking enemas 30+ years ago. I told him they helped manage my Crohn's flare ups & made me feel better. He was fine with that,The subject came up again recently. Its been almost a year after major GI surgery (I lost the last 4' of small bowel, Ileum, Cecum, appendix and first 10-12" of ascending colon) and my yearly colonoscopy is just about due. I reminded him that MY prep was 48-55 hours of clear fluids, one half of one dose of moviprep then enemas till clear. He commented that I've always been unusually clean and that I could resume using enemas. Lucky me, I thought the surgery might put an end to my use of enemas.Vapor
I have the same issue as jinny below. Nerve damage from an accident. Now it's enemas daily or every other day. Doc is fine with my routine, although he advises against any additives - plain tap water only. I prefer a good soapy enema, to get things moving, followed by a clear water rinse. Not a big deal cause I was enjoying enemas long before the accident.
I have never told him that I do take enemas. There hasn't been a time when the subject came up. He has never asked. I won't withhold the information from him should the subject come up..
Many years ago I had a problem after an enema. It turned out to be nothing but it really scared me so I went to the doctor and told him what happened. I got the usual "why are you taking enemas?" I told him for occasional constipation. No I didn't tell him that I liked them and that's why I take them. He just checked me out and I was fine. I have not mentioned it to my new doctor.
I don't tell them but my urologist must know when she does my prostate exam - she never says anything pro or con. One doctor told me to have an enema before the appointment because she was tired of having a stinky finger after prostate exams. Glad to oblige!! Like so many others, I have diverticulosis and feel safer having enemas at least once a week when I can manage it.
Yes I have. I wanted her evaluation of the importance of keeping a clean colon. She said that I shouldn't take them too often. Just like every thing else, Moderation! is the Key.
Hello!I've just received my appointment for a flexible sigmoidoscopy. I have to be there forty-five minutes before the test for preparation, including an enema. I have no intention of mentioning enemas or colonics. I dread being told not to do them.
Yes of course told doctor I have colitis he prescribes fleet type but also the pirasteen colonic irrigation system I use its in my profile pic couldn't live with out it
I would NEVER tell a doctor I took enemas, especially if the reason was because they were fun.That sort of thing ends up on your permanent medical record, shared by other doctors, insurance companies and who knows who else, and believe me, NOTHING you discuss is "off the record." HIPAA is a joke in real life when it comes to people finding out your personal information. The only time HIPAA matters is when the officials come to your office to make sure you do all the paperwork and to fine you.
I was seeing a gastro doctor for hemorrhoids. I told the nurse that I use an occasional enema and she warned me against using anything so " extreme".
Anything you tell the doctor can and will be used against you under Obamacare. Tell the doctor about your medical problems not about your medical play.
I told my Dr. in a matter of fact manner, she took it in stride and remarked that she has read that it is a common practice. The young nurse that was also in the room turned a bright shade of red and sort of stuttered the rest of the visit, much to my entertainment!
I have never told a doctor that I take them, but I have certainly had a doctor tell me to take them...
No I would not unless it was a medical issue.But after reading Suzie's post I would emphatically say NO.I had no idea a doctor would pass your file on to an insurance company.A
Anything you tell the doctor can and will be used against you under Obamacare. Tell the doctor about your medical problems not about your medical play.Don't pick on Obamacare.That was ALWAYS the case.
No, I haven't.I am relatively sure most doctors would not approve of the practice and since it is not causing any health issues for me, why should I tell her? Nothing to gain, more to lose in my opinion. Unless you're like Paulie and want to tell them for the entertainment value 😃
If the insurance company is paying the bill, they exercise their right to access the medical record. They do this routinely in the hospital setting to make sure they are psying for what u got, and nothing more. They pay necogiated rates, but if their are issues that arise and additional charges take place, they investigate. Hospitals have departments that review records when insurance companies refuse to pay fir certain charges and appeals are filed. Most office visits are pretty standard so reviews of those records are less frequent if at all
no I would not unless it was a medical issue.But after reading Suzie's post I would emphatically say NO.I had no idea a doctor would pass your file on to an insurance company.AThat was always the case. You sign confidentiality away when you sign up for your insurance policies. They get all your medical records from your doctors as well as any other insurance companies. They share freely. Yes, you sign that right away also.
Back to the subject at hand... The thought has flitted through my mind at my last two physicals when my doctor asked if I had any problems with constipation. However, I chose to simply smile and say, "Nope!"
A year after my bowel resection, I was having trouble going and took a qt. of tap water. It didn't come out. I freaked and thought I had developed adhesions. I called my Fam. Doc. and told his RN (also his wife) what had happened. She called the Gastro. and got me right in for a flex. Sig. The Gastro. scoped me and said he found nothing wrong and to drink a bottle of Mag. Citrate. He said, "I don't know where the water went"BTW, the Flex. Sig. felt really good.