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Pediatric Enema Use

The use of enemas in pediatric care, including as a therapeutic regimen for voiding and fecal retention problems.

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Jan 27, 2026
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How do different enema fluids (water vs. saline vs. commercial solutions) compare for rectal safety?

Different carry distinct safety profiles tied largely to their osmolarity and additives: plain tap water and soapsuds (hypotonic or irritant solutions) can produce greater evacuation but have been ass...

Feb 4, 2026

What clinical or population surveys exist measuring regular at‑home use of enemas and their frequency?

Population-level measurement of routine at‑home enema use is sparse and fragmentary: most systematic surveys focus on specific groups (men who have sex with men, obstetric patients, pediatric treatmen...