OMG so embarassing buying enema equipment!

I always get a rush when I go into a drug store to purchase me a bag. I do not know why exactly, but I always do. Even when I was younger and would buy one as a teen, I got all goose bumpy. I guess just thinking that the checkout lady might imagine me taking an enema was the reason for the erotic surge.

Back in my career-traveling days I wouldn't pack an enema bag if I only had a carry-on bag, so I used to stop at local drugstores for a disposable fleet bag enema before going to my hotel for the evening. Never had any "fantasy" interactions at checkout or in the aisles. It was always pretty matter-of-fact, but it still never prevented me from being a little embarrassed about the whole thing. The urge for a good enema/masturbation session was always enough to overcome any embarrassment. Now I shop the internet for all my supplies except Dr. Bronners and lube, which I buy at Target.........and continue to hope I get a comment or two from another shopper about my purchase.

I recall buying "Baby," "Fever," and "rectal" thermometers back in the 80's - always seemed to make my heart skip a beat but none of the purchases ever seemed to faze the clearks whatsoever..

I got over most of the embarrassment years ago. It has become quite an enjoyable challenge for me to find clerks who are willing to discuss enemas, colonics, and colon cleansing in general. Just the other night, I ran into Cindy at one of the local natural health product stores. She has helped me several times in the past. She is quite well versed on the subject and has assisted me in choosing different equipment and mix ins for solutions. While it would be heavenly to actually engage in give and take, she has mentioned on a couple of occasions that she administers to her children and husband as necessary.

The story "Many Shades of Red" was based on some actual interactions from my past. It was supplemented with some fantasy. There was a time that I was nearly embarrassed to death regarding such procedures and topics. I have had some regrets at squandered moments of opportunity. As time passed, I convinced myself that those few opportunities that present themselves will never be squandered again.

With colon cleansing being more acceptable, and specialty stores and clinics more available, discussions with clerks are becoming more frequent. A good face to face discussion, with an experienced nurse or older female from those magical times, is still a great way to pass some time. A little give and take is still the ultimate.

A simple solution I found.

Go to the drug store and have your cell phone to your ear and act if you are talking to someone about your purchase, "Ok, so I got the enema kit and suppositories, how often did the doctor say Mom needed to have an enema to prevent more obstructions?" Makes it sound like you are buying it for your elderly parent who has bowel problems. Works every time, but be sure to turn the ringer off so you don't accidently have it ring while, supposedly talking to someone.....LOL

Springman, It's that ringer that would really give you away! Not a bad idea to be "using" the cell phone, as it seems so many people are constantly on one. Welcome to the group.

Guys seem more freaked about this than women. We're so used to buying feminine products it doesn't bother us. If they have been working there for any length of time, pharmacy clerks have seen it all. I admit being a little embarrassed when I asked to purchase a rectal tube at a medical supply. I was having some uncomfortable "C" at the time and wasn't getting enough relief using a short nozzle. The clerk, a very friendly woman in her 60s, opened a drawer and showed me several tubes – long and longer! She taught me the difference between a rectal and colon tube. (Rectals are usually 15-16 inches, colon tubes are longer, she said.) She explained the French designations (diameter) and that the most common colon tube they sell is a Fr.24. Some tubes have a solid tip with a side eyelet, some are open at the tip. She showed me all the variations in a matter-of-fact manner, just like showing me pairs of shoes. I asked her what she thought was best for my condition. She said she was a retired home health nurse and gave many enemas and recommended a Fr.20 rectal tube, very soft and flexible, which I've used ever since. She also introduced me to Conti castile soap, which I find is very comfortable and effective with just a few warm water swishes before pouring into the syringe.

I think Vickie is right, I,m not embarrassed buying enema or douche equipment, any more than I am about buying tampons or condoms(in the past). We are much more open about our needs. Would a guy be embarrassed about buying a Jock Strap? I don't think so. I don't get embarrassed about buying my feminine products.

Back in the late 70's I took a sewing class to lean how to make women's undergarments. Got into the class and I was the only male in the class. I was a bit embarrassed when they started explain things, but not as embarrassed as the women in the class. After that class, I don't think I was ever embarrassed when going in to look at enema equipment. Though, I think I may have embarrassed the check-out clerk once or twice when taking the stuff up to the check-out to buy and the clerk was a young lady in her late teens or early twenties.

What can I say... Its a guy thing being embarrassed buying enema supplies, at least for me. But as long as I am with someone who understands my desires and needs its not embarrassing in any way to expose myself and have some one in the same room while I evacuate. But if I am in a public restroom with strangers I just hate using the toilet and making various noises. Strange, huh?

I can't buy enema anything including suppos without being embarrassed. Women buying a douche bag is a naturally accepted occurrence. A guy buying the same thing is odd. I'm glad they have the internet where you're just a credit card number. My wife years ago use to plead with me to buy her sanitary napkins when I would go shopping.

I would always flip out and I'm sure I was red faced by the time I got to the counter. I would like to find a shop where they sell enema equipment so I could see what I'm getting before I lay the money down. Anyone know of such a place in NJ.

I solved the problem by having a shoping list. and makin sure the purchase was made a long way from where I lived or worked.

I just went to a drug store in another town where I'm not known. The clerk at the cash register by the pharmacy asked if I had any questions on how to use the equipment. As she was rather cute I said I never used one before (which was untrue of course). She then went into a discourse into the intricacies of enemas; solutions, temperature, volume of liquid and frequency of use. Needless to say the lady waiting behind me was getting embarrassed as I asked very specific and personal questions on insertion, retention etc. It was a very erotic situation for me and the bulge in my pants vouched for that. I don't think my bulge went unnoticed by the young clerk.

I suppose in the situation described, i.e., a neighbor shows up when you're at the checkout counter with an enema bag or related supplies, I'd be a bit embarrassed. However, I've bought my last two enema bags at chain drugstores plus a fair number of Fleets. I only felt excitement and anticipation knowing what I'd be doing when I got home. 😁

Purchasing online is the best way to avoid the problem described. Its nice when everyone involved in the transaction understand the reasons behind whats going on. 😃 Of course I did have a bit of an issue when getting personalized plates for my car. I could of done everything online and not had to worry or I could shave a good chunk of change and call. Saving money won out. Luckily I was able to just talk fast and make like what i was asking for was COMPLETELY and totally innocent. As the saying goes if you don't indicate anything is wrong nobody else suspect will either.😃

This is why I could never imagine buying in a store. Thank god for the internet.

That's why we have the anonymity of the web!

I really liked Julie and Vicki's comments about women being more comfortable buying personal items at the pharmacy. We do it all the time whether it's tampons, douche, personal lubricant or whatever. In the past I've bought contraceptive foam and condoms, too. For me laxatives, suppositories, and enema bags are no big deal and, yes, there have been occasions when a friend shows up while I'm shopping or checking out. It doesn't bother me.

I was staying with my grandmother for the summer, we went into town and stopped at the pharmacy and grandma asked for an open top enema bag. The pharmacist took us over and started telling her about each bag. His first question was is it for you and she said no my Grandson. He smiled and continued to show her the bags. Finally she decided on a green open top with a white hose and black tips. Then she asked for a colon tube, again his question and her reply for my grandson. I was standing right there red faced as they decided on the length and size. We got ready to leave the store and his comment was hope everything comes out alright. I knew that once we got home I would find out all about the new bag and would feel how it worked.

Some of the most enjoyable enema interactions I've experienced, occurred while I was buying enema related equipment and supplies. Absent some live enema play, those interactions fulfill an aspect of my enema interests. While it took some time to learn how to manage the embarrassing moments, the interactions have been quite educational and often form the basis for some subsequent fantasies. It has been nice to be able to "come out of the closet" in many respects. Although I would be hesitant to flaunt my interests amongst co-workers, friends, or family, a few reconnaissance passes and views can eliminate most chances of crossing paths with them in those venues.

Having been raised in the 50's & 60's, enema discussions and purchases were rather common in my family. A return to a more open approach to the subject wouldn't be a negative thing for me.

Not only does buying equipment on-line eliminate the embarassment factor possible in a public store, but the quality of the equipment is much higher (does anyone actually like those small plastic nozzles?). Buy from sources who understand your erotic interest. There are a number of good ones. Klystra.com comes to mind. And remember, good quality is worth paying for.

The only enema equipment I've seen in local retail stores is either the the standard combination enema-douche kits at drugstores or pharmacies, and then a few odds and ends at local sex-toy shops, with the latter stuff being really really cheap, and not worth bringing home. Appears that the internet is by far the best source for good enema equipment.

I have bought all my enema and anal play equipment over the net, except for lubes and a syringe that I bought over the counter at a gay fetish shop here in my city. I had no qualms about going to that shop, as they are there to sell that stuff (and much else), so they’re not going to be judgemental and in fact were very helpful. I first learnt of J-lube from them.

It used to be embarrassing, but now it is exciting. Whenever a new drugstore opens I check out what they have for enema stuff. Most times these days it is not much. A new local store opened few weeks back, and during my first cruise around looking near the disposable enemas and then in the feminine hygiene aisle I didn't sight anything. I bought something else and left. But I noticed the girl behind the pharmacy counter was rather attractive. I started thinking. So tonight after work I cruise in and see only one other car in the lot. Good. I go in and she is there again, behind the counter. I start to look around and she comes out from behind the counter and asks if she can help me find something. I said, "Yes, I need a new enema bag." "What do you have?" She said, "We have several single use enemas over here, but I don't think we have an enema bag in stock." "I can order one in for you." Before I could answer, the clerk came out from behind the register and asked what we were looking for. The pharmacist says, "An enema bag, but I don't think we stock them." Then the clerk walks to a shelf and picks up a box with a combination douche-enema-water bottle and asks if this will work. I look at it and say, "Yes, I think so." And the clerk takes it to the register and rings it up. None of our faces were red, but it was a good start to the evening. So now I am trying it out. It is a typical cheap $8 bag, but I have wasted way more on other things to get a thrill.

If you make most of your own gear you avoid this potential problem. Chem supply houses stock all the tubing, fittings and vessels you should need, then just order your way special nozzles on line.

Let's not forget your local hardware store or home depot for tubing, valves and connectors.

One sales rep I asked for help finding a part asked me what I was using the stuff for. I lied. I told him it was for my reverse osmosis set-up.

It doesn't embarrass me to buy my feminine hygiene needs. One thing .. if you see someone that catches your eye or may be gives you that 'smile' .. then they notice you are buying tampons. Sigh. Yeah, not exactly the sexiest thing when you might want to flirt. 😉

When I was out of town longer than I had planned .. I went to a local WalMart and bought an enema bag along with some KY. I didn't try to hide it and I think the checker may have been into enemas herself. She made the comment that what I was buying was pretty good in the 'short run' and left it at that. She blushed a little and I think she gave herself away just by saying that. NOW that was very interesting.

Avoid embarrassment when buying enema gear! Make your own (Jugbag)!

I purchase my tampons and maxi-pads at the local grocery store that is part of a regional chain. They have a gas discount card, which I use when making purchases. However NOW, whenever I purchase anything, I get a store printed coupon for Tampax.... duh..... (using Kotex now).

Elaine (who is glad that she always shops alone....)

The way I look at buying equipment is, if they sell it in the store than don't look at me weird for buying it. Just me opinion.