How many soap suds enemas can be taken safely?

Rarely do I miss starting a day without breakfast and then a hot soapy enema followed by a clear water rinse. Problems will arise if too much soap is used, but a mild soapy enema daily is no problem for me.

Doesn't matter if it is just soapy or if you add something else. When you start to feel light-headed, it's time to slow down. If you have a clear return, the job is done, and you can stop.

I guess i just wondered if too much soap in a period of time would cause any type of longer term problems. i'd think if you did 3 soapy enemas a day for a month it probably wouldn't be a good idea and that your colon would be hurt by all that soap. i figured there must be a line to stop somewhere...i just don't know what that is. i'd guess it's different for different people too, so it may be hard to say. thanks for your responses all.

Your colon has good bacteria needed to keep your body healthy. From what I have read it is one of the main things that keep you from colds, flu, etc. I would assume that soap cleans out the good with the bad. If soap is your thing and you stay healthy, then go for it. I know, looking at just plain water isn't as exciting. Something else to consider. Anything in excess is not good.

The feces from people who do not take enemas makes up for 25-30% of the weight of the feces.

The feces of people who take enemas (soapy or not) daily or even a few times a week is only a few percent or less.

Enemas clean out just about everything.

I recall reading from a copy of either Tabers, or The Merck Manual, in the late 1950's, the several types of enemas. The book commented on soap suds enemas that too many could result in "soap colitis".

On bowel bacteria, the purpose of them is to break-down the waste coming from the small intestine (chyme) and prepare it for evacuation from the G.I. tract. The gut flora has nothing to do with the body's immune system.

I recall reading from a copy of either Tabers, or The Merck Manual, in the late 1950's, the several types of enemas. The book commented on soap suds enemas that too many could result in "soap colitis". On bowel bacteria, the purpose of them is to break-down the waste coming from the small intestine (chyme) and prepare it for evacuation from the G.I. tract. The gut flora has nothing to do with the body's immune system.

That is TOTALLY INCORRECT.

Here's just one article, http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/448473_4 I"m too busy to look for more, but this one took about three seconds to find.

Here's a google scholar search result: http://scholar.google.com/scholar?q=intestinal+flora+role+in+immunity&hl=en&btnG=Search&as_sdt=1%2C33&as_sdtp=on

My error on G.I. flora and immune response has been corrected ( in no uncertain terms ). Apologies for my mistake and thanks to our Moderator for referencing supporting medical literature. You learn something new everyday from reading this site.

My test is, "how do I feel and perform." To check this out, I've tried skipping enema for a couple of weeks then tracking my overall mood, energy and endurance during a workout or aerobic exercise. Then I undertake my chosen enema routine for a couple of weeks and compare how I feel, and perform mentally and physically. I've found that there are very practical and observable limits.

Aging has had an effect on 'how many' for me. In my 40s and 50s, two or three successive soap enemas followed by a rinse of some sort was standard. And, I would repeat that series two or three times a week. I'd perform well and feel great, better than when I went without enema.

Now in my 70s, I usually start a series with a small (

I found that when i use too much soap 1.5oz/2qt, I think my colon swells up. I can't get my colon tube in for a high rinse.

One can never take enough enemas to wipe out the bacteria in the bowel. As soon as the last enema is expelled the intestinal bacteria begin to reproduce exponentially, doubling every 20 minutes. Antibiotics can exterminate all the bacteria. If you get a fungal infection in there, then you can have real problems. Your physician is aware of that.

Each of us is different. I have been taking 2 or 3 hefty soapsuds

enemas every other day since I moved away from home in 1965. I do find that a coffee rinse enema makes a big difference in how I feel the next day. It's no big deal.

I have seen many posts from nurses stating that in the golden days hospitals gave soapsuds enemas till clear as a prep for barium enemas and surgery, and on the Voyforum, I've read posts about labor room soapsuds enemas where the nurses refilled the two-quart can when the first one emptied......Marlene stated her Aunt, who was an RN,did the same thing!! quite an Enema!!!

One or two soapy ones where the water is just turns milky seems to be fine followed by a plain water. Anything to excess is not good I guess 😃

My Ex has given Me 5-6 two qt. soapsuds enemas in a row to clean me out,and it did return 'clear'.after I got the Klistra 4qt open top,it increased to 3qts.suprised the hell out of me!!!I never thought I'd be able to take that much, and couldnt have done it without Her taking control.the last time She unpluged Me, She wasnt feeling well, and decided to get it over-with quickly,after I showed Her a many posts in favor of high- volume soapsuds enemas.She read a couple of posts by women who were given enemas in the Labor room who testified that the Nurses refilled the enema can when the first one emptied. that sealed My fate, and My ex. filled the Klistra with 4qts of hot Ivory soapsuds.She never told Me what I was in for,and I couldnt see the bag, as I was on my left side, and She was behind Me.I felt like I was 8yrs old, getting my first adult enema with an enema bag!!she gave Me the WHOLE BAG, and before it was empty, I was on My knees and elbows panting like a race-horse. never had CRAMPS like that before!! 3 more like that, and I was exausted, but I felt like I was 20yrs younger!! she gave Me 1 two qt. rinse. I dont worry about Flora,as I take Acidophilus every day....

All You Guys and Gals, who, like Me, would love to go back in time and experience that scary First real adult enema over Mommy's knee,just need to tell your other half that you want them to teach You what getting a real Enema is all about,and you want them to fill the Bag to the TOP,and ignore your protests,because Your giving them COMPLETE POWER over You,until Their done....Its Exciting!!

As a teen, I found a medical dictionary among my aunt's books. It was probably the Merck Manual, or Tabers. I would look up everything to do with enemas, colons, etc.

When reading the various types of colitis, one thing jumped out at me. One entry said, "Soap colitis". I read a description and it said something about an irritation from using too many SSE's for long periods of time. The book was published in the early 50's. I guess physicians could expect to see soap colitis once in a while, as this time was in the "Golden Age". The book never did say how many SSE's would cause soap colitis.

I seem to always start out thinking I'll take a series of 3 full-bag soapy enemas using either Ivory or Dr. B's - but lucky if I wind up doing 2. Rarely have I taken a rise enemas.

Thanks for all the replies everyone. 😃 I'll just listen to my body! that always seems to be a good way to go.

I had a Tabers years ago, and did the same thing, Jimmy.but I'll tell You, i've taken hot soapsuds enemas all my life,and never had Any problems. most of the time with no rinse.I've always been a Yogart lover,and for the past 10-15 yrs, I have been taking Acidophilus, and no matter how MANY-BAGS I take, I never have any problems.only once, She made the water too hot, and I was loose and hurting for 4-5 days. Tabers also had a recipe for a turpentine and Soapsuds enema,back in the 70s, which I tried. it was stimulating, kind of like peppermint, but I wasn't to keen on putting turpentine inside Me,so I didnt continue doing it.

I've never done more than 2 in a row. my body tells me to stop then. like someone else said, just listen to your body.

I don't do soap suds enemas and don't see the point in putting an irritant up up my butt. Why not take an enema that is enjoyable and not irritating? I guess it is to each his or her own, but I am not one to use soap. If you are one that does have to use soap I guess you could try and see if you can blow bubbles out your butt. I don't guess that would be something that could be done on Americas Got Talent, however.

Bill

A lot of them DO blow bubbles out their ass, you just dont SEE it.....

Someone earlier wrote that one should listen to their body... I believe that is the best advice. Soap is an irritant. Well so are hot peppers & even whiskey. But lots of us enjoy them... It's kind of the same thing... Only we're not talking about one's mouth. LOL & I like hot peppers & whiskey. Neither was ever a crime in my book...

I was given 4 and 5 soapy enemas during a session by my mother who was a nurse and I do not remember any ill effects.

My typical formula for an enema se4ssion is; two enemas with Castile soap (one of those little packets in each one.) Then at least one rinse enema with salt and soda. Works for me.

One enema session per week, I give my Love two to three soapsuds enemas(2 to 3 quarts by volume) & a rinse if she's inclined per session. This is if time allows... Sometimes work's irradic schedule gets in the way and such. So then she can go for like two weeks without having an enema session.

I am 55 y.o. and take soapy enemas from my first childhood. Castille soap pleasant smell always gave me a good thrill from I can remember and even now is my enema reliable friend. Never I got trouble even with series of three in a row.

Happy E.

Acquaman

When constipation prevails and time permits a soapsuds enema provides welcome relief. Usually my procedure consists of 1 L warm water (100F) with 1 tsp Dr Bronner's castile soap taken slowly. This is followed with rinse of 2 L warm filtered water taken a bit faster. Does a great job and I feel fine afterward.

For routine enemas I skip the soap as I don't believe even the slight irritation from it is necessary.

I normally have waited a couple weeks between enema sessions and during a session have taken up to 4 enemas. One soapy and the others plain water to clear everything out. I think more than one soapy enema per session is right for me but I am sure other people have different degrees of acceptance.

I usually do one soapsuds enema followed by one or two rinse enemas but I have taken as many as three Ivory soapsuds enemas in a row. After the third I was begining to feel a little nauseous and decided I had hit my limit.