Purchasing Enemas

I don't know if this has been covered so if it's repetitive, I apologize in advance, but the question of purchasing a Fleet came to me shopping the other day. I was in our local CVS drugstore and had taken 2 fleets to the counter to check out. There I was greeted by this young teenage girl who rang the items up with her scanner but gave me this sheepish smile. I wondered what she imagined or her experience with this item? Also I felt like all eyes were on me. The woman behind me did her best not to stare. It was overall a self conscious moment.

My wife once purchased a combination syringe and Vaseline in a drugstore, and told me in front of the cashier "you'll get your treatment as soon as we are in our room". 😉 The cashier did not bat an eye, probably he did not care, or he had instructions never to comment on purchases.

This day and age, it makes one wonder if those clerks even understand what the products are used for or that some of us have "a thing" for their use.

The urologist that I go to has an office with very thin walls, so everybody there can pretty much hear all that goes on. I remember being told upon check out that I needed to take 2 Fleet enemas and a large volume enema before my next visit. the worst part was walking out to all of those people and feeling like all of thier eyes were on me! After that believe me picking up a couple of Fleets and a 2 Qt. Bag at the local CVS were no problem!

Subpatient 309, he must have wanted you "prepped" for an Intravenous Pyelogram (X-ray of the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra). A full bowel will mask the photos of these areas, so they want you empty.

It would be fun to know what she was thinking................

My family and I have gone to the same independent "neighborhood" pharmacy near home for over 15 years. We know the two pharmacists and the clerks, and they think of us (and we them) as family. We chat about everything. I haven't bought Fleet enemas, but I have asked for acetaminophen suppositories, which they keep cool in a fridge. My oldest dd had a fever and couldn't keep anything down, and I use them too on occasion. A couple of times our doctor has prescribed Compazine suppositories for vomiting. There's no need for no embarrassment. That's what rectal meds are for. One of the clerks, a long-time friend now in her 60s, and I chatted about using Conti Castile soap in an enema. The pharmacists and clerks have heard everything. For the past few months they had a Cara fountain syringe and a combo bag on the shelf. Yesterday I noticed the fountain syringe was missing. I hope they restock. Lol!

If you buy some other stuff with it, and keep that stuff as ordinary as possible, deodorant, toothpaste, hair stuff etc, it won't cause any raised eyebrows. especially if YOU act the same as you would purchasing that stuff without the disposable enemas.

Sounds like years ago when I would send my husband to the store to buy me a box of tampons. He'd come home with all sorts of other stuff including ice cream, coffee, cereal, peanut butter, you name it. In his mind all this other stuff served to hide the tampons in the shopping cart and on the checkout belt. I honestly don't think anyone really cared much, but he did it anyway.

Emom: I never did anything like that when sent to purchase tampons.

Come on. Every non-nonsensical adult knows that females within a certain age bracket have periods, and tampons are one of the two main methods to deal with them. There is no shame in buying them.

These days, part of the enjoyment is in hoping to trigger a conversation about the items or their intended use. If a clerk is forward about asking if she can help or assist with finding an item, I don't pass on those opportunities. In a health food store that I frequent, a clerk named Cindy was very helpful on my first visit. We have subsequently talked often about enema use as part of a healthy lifestyle. She will even ask if I am still using enemas and it has been nearly 5 years since I first crossed paths with her. She says she likes coffee enemas and uses them in her family. She is married and there is no likely way things would ever progress beyond her helpful efforts.

When I was young, and sent to purchase such items, it was embarrassing at times. It was still exciting however, and if I thought that I would be on the receiving end at some point, the experience played out in later scenarios. I have written a story that I entitled "Many Shades of Red", it was based in part, on some actual experiences from days long past.

I have also posted regarding my enema use in preparation for Urological procedures where a bowel prep is suggested or even required. It is a legitimate thing to need a clear bowel to avoid an obscured x-ray, CT scan, or ultrasound. Why chance having to repeat the process if a bowel prep will eliminate potential issues? I'm sure others have overheard my discussions with the doctor or nursing staff about taking enemas in lieu of laxatives. What I'd be curious about, is if others ever decided to do the same?

Pecan: I fully agree with what you are saying, but the events occurred in a different era. We've been married over 30 years and times as well as practices were a bit different then. My daughter and her husband are much more open about things than we were at that age. Our son-in-law would not give any of this a second thought and certainly wouldn't come home with anything other than the tampons he was sent for.

I'm kind of with sse4fun; I have no embarrassment in purchasing anything in a store. And, if anybody smirked, I'd look them square in the eye and ask if they had a problem?

And, if they made any type of flirty comment, it'd be my desire to be sharing a cup of coffee at her first break, attempting to discern if she was a possible play mate, if not more.

Just my 2¢ on a quiet & late Tuesday night ...

James

The only remarks I got when buying anal medical supplies were in French pharmacies:

One female pharmacist, when I asked them for a certain product, said "uh, these are suppositories". I said I knew and she answered "oh, just asking because some people do not like them". She looked a bit disgusted, maybe she had bad childhood memories...

Another, in contrast, came back with a large smile and said "here are the suppos!".

I guess I could count myself reasonably fortunate insofar as a visit (only if necessary) to any one of a number of locally based pharmacies that still display a selection of remedial rubber products...should the need arise..I've been known too & admit engaging staff in conversation about explaining the "benefits" applicable to attaining a good outcome...So long as the means justifies the end

Some handle it as just a matter of course whereas the odd one can come unstuck...becomes tongue tied...gets all flustered...along with giveaway facial expressions of embarrassment that tell their own story....It's interesting asking a young staffer do they have colon tubes & if so would they mind telling me why & how it's best used while I'm trying my best to maintain a modicum of polite social intercourse

Last year I'd had cause to pick up forward phone ordered medications for a friend...there was this what I assume first year trainee ask me if there were anything further she could help with, as I'd casually ambled along the aisles while awaiting the prescription order....you can imagine what aisle I'd slowed in

Well, not to pass up an opportunity & seeing as i had already reached over to inspect a rather large two tone (navy blue & red ochre) boxed multi piece douche bulb emblazoned thereupon...i thought warranted a closer personal attention !!...Perhaps due to inexperience & male interest in a feminine article caught her offguard

Also standing alongside an open white mesh PVC tray of assorted clear soft vinyl CT's came the obvious question & so it did....Poor girl !!...gulped...visibly flushed...coquettish appearance of embarrassment....lost her composure & called for one of the older female staff to assist....A few moments of both awkward fumbling's & maybe for her an agonizing wait, saw a mature senior assistant come to her aid...she was so relieved & departed briskly with a shy knowing smile !!

Which was to lead to a conversation on replacement India rubber tubing & rubber non eyeleted colon tubes....though there were none in stock...Being professional in her attitude & with spare time on my hands, she dutifully steered me towards their stockroom....which had a small open office area to one side...While I sat nearby she accessed their computer system revealing page images of relevant items by FR size & length, along with stockists located just a few suburbs away.

Her now prominent delectable derriere wasn't missed as she leaned over comfortably....regulation medium thigh length white light cotton uniform creeping up her stockinged legs....glare of her desktop screen accentuating her womanly anatomy....while tinkering at the keyboard as she leisurely file searched. 😜 ...My vision unobstructed...strayed, settling upon her very shapely backside...fixated with deviant (read dirty) thoughts...Oh my gawd to inspect & ravage that stupendous bum

Luckily she was to take her time & with me being seated & not having to stand, a brief glance about from her would've confirmed that possibly the customer had camping on his mind....as I'd already "pitched a tent"

Upon conclusion of said conversation she recommended (with a wry smile) i call directly thereby save on order /stocking charges...nice of her !!...From what i was able to ascertain (based on her broad general knowledge) she was conversant with such items....as her mannerisms tended to reveal.

Admittedly after leaving the store I do wonder if their exemplary knowledge could suggest favourable personal leanings

That Australian.

That was a great post, I had a similar experience in a Pharmacy between the Gold Coast and Brisbane. After enquiring about an enema syringe, a middle aged lady came to serve me. She was well built and very quietly spoken, as their were others in the store. She explained the different types of rubber syringes and suggested one. She held good eye contact and smiled, it was a great experience. However when I returned some months later she had left.I think she was a very caring and genuine person.

~ Willene

Forty years ago I was in Vigo, Spain attending an International Fishing Treaties. Travel and stress days took their tole and I found myself pretty loaded and needing 'mechanical' not laxitive- type relief. Being without my own I went to the nearest pharmacy and had to draw a sketch, bag with hose and nozzle, then pointing to my ass....and it was an explosion of nervous laughter and giggling. They sold me a plastic "wall-hanger" (like a half-irrigator can), soft rubber hose and two different nozzles; Rectal and Vaginal. They were different than anything I had seen in catelogs, etc. I wasn't embarrassed so much as entertained. --kinda fun experience.

The device worked well and I kept it for the two weeks of meetings in other countries. I left it in the last hotel room leaving the country.

the boxcar

A few years back I went into our local Vitamin Shoppe and purchased a bottle of Dr. Bronners Castile soap, and it seemed that the cashier (reasonably attractive 25ish age gal) was interested in engaging me in conversation about the use of this soap. I think she might have been trying to be a bit coy, when she commented that this stuff works real well as a hair shampoo. Unfortunately, I was too shy at the time to try to continue the conversation, and try to "feel her out" to see if she had any other ideas for it's usage. It's kind of one of those situation where I didn't take her up on the conversation, but often wondered later where it might have gone if I had. A lost opportunity, perhaps? I'll never know.

If you are concerned about those awkward moments at checkout, then go to a large store that has self checkout. I do this all the time and prefer it in most cases when I am buying anything at Walmart or a grocery store- it's way faster.

I have bought a jar of Fleet suppositories and gone through the regular checkout line at Walmart. The lady never batted an eye and just handled it like it was just another item. Of course I was watching to see if there was any reaction and there wasn't.

But if you are concerned use the self checkout.

This happened to me today. I walked up to the counter to pay, and I was sooo wet. I looked at her, and wondered if she knew how turned on I was at the moment.

Some time ago, I was browsing in a "boutique" type shop that sells various clothing, videos/mags, and toys for adult type play. A couple was also nearby. I could overhear her making suggestions to him concerning the uses of certain items. I suspected that she was quite "professional" in her efforts to find something that would accomplish his desired outcum. Her dress and makeup was a stark contrast to his jeans and t-shirt.

I've often wondered how enjoyable it might be to make a date out of shopping regular drug, antique, and variety stores with a partner who might share some inclinations toward enema use and play. It isn't unusual for clerks or cashiers to inquire if they can assist or direct customers. Oh what fun it might be to engage in shopping for enema and/or douching equipment with a willing conspirator.

If one gets a little wet buying Fleet's, I surmise it might be a great prelude to what may cum later with a little privacy.

I always get a bit excited buying enemas at the drug store. My first purchase was a combo bag at a department store in Dallas when I was early 20's. The lady was quite helpful. I went in just before the store closed so there were very few shoppers.

The last bag I bought was at a Walmart along with a cart load of other items, so no embarrassment at all. However I did purchase one at a local drugstore about 10 or 12 years ago and felt extremely embarrassed, and self conscious. I definitely felt like everyone in the area was looking right at me. I know that feeling like that is silly but for some reason just could not shake the feeling.

I purchase all enema equipment off the internet,it has so many options,i still look in drugstores but they have very few items.

This used to be very hot for me. I would casually stroll the isles and turn red I'm sure going by the enemas. Nowadays they don't have much, the local CVS has got rubber hot water bottles and no combo syringes. I did like to make Petal grab a twin pack of fleets then watch her buy it. She was so embarrassed.

All the enema equipment I have ever used has been either improvised from ‘found’ items (when I was younger), or bought off the internet after that became possible.

It is quite possible that pharmacies in Australia stocked enema equipment when I was a child (1950s–60s) or even later. As a child I wouldn’t have recognised it—enemas weren’t part of my upbringing—and after 15 or so, when I began to be interested in them, I wouldn’t have bought anything of the kind over the counter even if I’d had the money. Today I have everything I need and know where to get more.

I started with improvised stuff (didn't want to buy it if I decided it didn't work or I didn't like it), then ordered because I was a bit embarrassed about buying it (I was even embarrassed about getting the fiber and Mirilax for quite a while, looked on it as a personal failing). I got a 4 quart silicone bag because I wasn't sure how much I would need, but later decided to get a smaller bag and bought one of the Wal-Mart specials. I use it as a hot water bottle more than as an enema, but it's not too bad.

Last time I was in that area of Walmart (with the Ace bandages and such) I noticed that they only had hot water bottles. Don't know if they were just out or if they stopped carrying the enema/hot water bottle setups.

I, too, have checked Walmart and other stores/drugstores for combination syringes just to see if they were selling them. Nope, none. Lots of Fleets but no bags or bulb syringes. I think the push is for the Fleets, and if you want the more "reusable" or more durable items, you have to order online.

I was surprised when I walk into a Sam's Club not too long ago and they were selling Fleets by the case (24 per case I think), and from the looks of it, they were selling them fairly well. Of course, some of those may have been for re-sale in other stores.

The last time I bought an enema device, an 8-ounce blue bulb syringe, was in a store in Toronto, Canada. That was many years ago when I was in my late 20s or early 30s. I also bought a small jar of Vaseline at the same time but nothing else. The girl behind the counter gave me a similar sheepish smile. I think my face must have turned every shade of red imaginable; it would, of course, be my last in-store purchase of any enema equipment.

One of my first purchase of an enema bag was from an adult novelty and bookstore that had a number of enema devices on display. That was probably the only time I bought an enema bag that DIDN'T embarrass me!

I've bought a number of enema equipment through various online sites and have never had a problem with any of them. I've also been given enema equipment from enema-loving friends and most recently received two brand new so-called "disposable" bag kits, thanks to a new friend whom I recently enjoyed enema fun with.

Alex

Last time I went into Costco to pick up the "top end stuff" (Fiber and Mirilax) I noticed that they no longer had Fleet enemas, at least that day. I guess I'll see again next time I'm resupplying, or might even swing by specifically to check.

I shop Costco's all the time and have never seen them there, only at the one Sam's Club that I was in with a relative.

What I've noticed about Sam's Club and Costco is that not all the stores carry the same items. You might find Fleets at one Sam's Club but not another; same for Costco.