What are the advantages and disadvantages of enema?

Dr. Casey Thompson
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2025-05-02 12:40:12
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The advantages of enema include treating stubborn constipation, effectively clearing dry stools, relieving patient pain, preventing contamination of the operating table due to anal sphincter relaxation after anesthesia, and removing harmful substances from the intestinal tract. The disadvantage is that frequent enema can lead to imbalance of intestinal flora.