CONTRAINDICATION DESCRIPTIONS & QUESTIONS
A contraindication is when a colonic irrigation/enema should NOT be considered

Abdominal Hernia: (the part of an internal organ that pushes through an opening in the organ’s wall.)

Abdominal surgery: after recent abdominal surgery since the administering of this procedure initiates peristalsis and the use of the abdominal muscles may aggravate sutures and the healing of the incision. A minimum of 12 weeks should pass after surgery, and must be prescribed by physician.

Abnormal Distension/Masses: (Distention-Bloating or swelling of the abdomen).

Acute Liver Failure: (A disorder that is sudden and severe but last only a short time)

Anemia; (Not enough red blood cells or hemoglobin in the body.)

Aneurysm: (A bulging out of part of the wall of a blood vessel)

Carcinoma: (Cancer of any type)

Cardiac Condition: (if a client/user has had cardiac surgery or has been diagnosed with a heart condition such as uncontrolled hypertension of Congestive heart failure, or other heart conditions.)

Chrohn’s Disease: (Causes inflammation in the small intestine.)(The inflammation can cause pain and can make the intestines empty frequently, resulting in diarrhea.)

Colitis: (Irritation of the colon)

Dialysis Patients: (Filtering of the blood to assist the kidneys)

Diverticulitis: (A condition that occurs when small pouches in the colon (diverticula) become infected or irritated)

Diverticulosis: A condition that occurs when small pouches (diverticula) push outward through weak spots in the colon). ( Medication can usually control condition).

Diverticulum: A small pouch in the colon. These pouches are not painful of harmful unless they become infected or irritated)

Fissures/Fistulas: (An abnormal passage between two organs or between an organ and the outside of the body.) (Caused when damaged tissues come into contact with each other and join together while healing.)

Hemorrhaging: when a client/user has a flow of bright red blood from the rectum/anus.

Hemorrhoidectomy: (A surgical procedure to remove hemorrhoids.)

Intestinal Perforation: (A hole/ rupture)

Lupus: ( if your client/user has been diagnosed with Lupus, the client/user should have a prescription.)

Pregnancy: colonic irrigation/enemas are contraindicated during the first and last trimester of pregnancy, but may be prescribed by OB/ GYN, as an enema just prior to childbirth

Rectal Surgery: after recent rectal surgery. Should wait a minimum of 12 weeks

Renal Insufficiencies: when a client/user has been diagnosed to be renal insufficient
Medication concerns: If a Physician has ever diagnosed with any intestinal conditions, or if you have been on any medication, which may weaken your intestinal walls, you should obtain a doctor’s release. If you are currently taking medication for ANY condition diagnosed by a Physician you should check with your Physician to ensure the medication will not be interfered with by the additional water intake and absorption.

If you have, or think you may have any of these conditions –
Please consult with your Physician before taking any actions.
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