Esmarch mug 🥝 how to use it yourself, what is the name of an enema mug

Esmarch's mug belongs to those unique medical devices whose operating principle has not changed for almost two hundred years. It was invented by the German surgeon Friedrich August von Esmarch for washing the rectum and douching. Of course, such a device is in any hospital. But you can freely buy it at the pharmacy if someone is shown such procedures. Esmarch's mug - how to use it yourself? It’s easy, and now we’ll talk about it.

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What is she like?

Many do not know about this cup and what kind of application it is, and even what it is called. Esmarch's bowl consists of several parts:

• containers for solution;
• branch pipe;
• nozzles;
• tap or clamp.

If you need an Esmarch mug for the procedures, the doctor will tell you how to use it. In addition, instructions for each such product are included. But in any case, the procedure will be as follows:

1. The solution is poured into the container.
2. The fluid enters the drain pipe.
3. The solution enters the tip through the outlet pipe.
4. The tip is inserted into the rectum or into the vagina - the fluid enters there and rinsing occurs.

Important! Some models are equipped with tripods, and this is very convenient: but you can also find cheap enemas without tripods - in this case you will have to take care of the rack.

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What is the mug made of?

In modern pharmacies you can meet Esmarch's mugs of two types:

• disposable;
• reusable.

Important! If you have been assigned only one procedure, you can safely use a one-time device - it costs very cheaply. A pharmacist can offer a sterile mug and a non-sterile one - it depends on which procedure is assigned to you. For an enema, non-sterile is suitable, for douching it is better to choose sterile.

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Housing

The case of Esmarch's mug, which is often called an enema in everyday life, can be made of different materials:

• rubber;
• plastic;
• silicone;
• medical steel;
• glass;
• porcelain.

What should I prefer to use Esmarch's mug on my own?

• You will hardly find glass and porcelain enemas in a modern pharmacy. These are rather museum exhibits, but at the time of their inventor they practically did not know other materials. However, such devices were sold almost everywhere in the middle of the last century, and they last a very long time. And it is possible that somewhere in your grandmother’s closet you will find something similar.

Important! They have one definite advantage - they are very easy to handle.

• A popular material is rubber. Soft, easy to clean, withstands aggressive substances, but, unfortunately, crack due to temperature changes, and sometimes even just from time to time. But with proper storage, it can serve for a very long time.
• Plastic is less reliable than rubber or porcelain. But it’s cheaper. Keeping it clean is easy. Both single and reusable enemas are made of plastic, so in the pharmacy you need to carefully watch what exactly you are buying.

Important! Unfortunately, this material does not always withstand mechanical loads, so when you buy a reusable mug, make sure that nothing heavy is standing on it when stored.

• Good material is silicone.It is somewhat more expensive than plastic, but in all other respects it surpasses it - softer, more plastic, easier to store, you can handle anything.

Important! During storage, such an Esmarch mug takes up little space, because it folds, crumbles, and even folds without any negative consequences.

• Medical steel is an excellent durable material. True, Esmarch’s circles are more expensive than the rest, and it’s not very convenient to store them. This option is recommended for those who have a bedridden patient in the house who needs to do such procedures every day. But steel enemas are usually bought for hospitals, where they are used constantly, there are conditions for sterilization, and there is always enough storage space.

Important! The top of Esmarch's mug is made open as in the photo, so that if necessary it was possible to top up the solution without problems.

Outlet pipe

For the manufacture of branch pipes, two materials are used:

• rubber
• plastisol.

Important! In older models, the tube is always rubber, for the manufacture of modern ones they often use special plastic.

Despite the fact that the principle of operation of the device did not change over time, the design was gradually improved. So, for example, in order to stop the flow of liquids, the following are used:

• clamp;
• faucet.

Important! On older models, whether porcelain or rubber, a clip has always been used. The crane appeared relatively recently, but it is much more convenient.

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Volume

The size of the tank depends on several factors:

• age and dimensions of the patient;
• medical prescriptions.

In order to overcome constipation in young children, Esmarch’s mug is not used at all - for babies there are syringes. As for adult patients, the volume of injected fluid ranges from 1.5 to 4 liters. The most popular household models have a size of 1.5-2 liters. For most procedures that a person without medical training can handle on their own, this is enough.

Important! The packaging usually indicates a shelf life of three and a half years, and a shelf life of 2 years, but this is strictly observed mainly in medical institutions.

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How to collect Esmarch's mug?

Enema in the assembled version can only be seen in the window. In the package, of course, all parts are separate, and you will have to assemble it yourself. You can see pictures or videos on the assembly. Before collecting Esmarch's mug for an enema, two things must be done:

1. Prepare the solution to be administered.
2. Invite your patient to take the appropriate posture.

If you just bought the device, proceed in the following order:

1. Open the packaging.
2. Hang it on a tripod or stand (you can use, for example, the back of the chair, if it is at least 75 cm above the couch).
3. Put on the tip.
4. Insert the tube into the tank.
5. Close the faucet or put the clamp in the desired position.
6. Pour the solution.
7. Lubricate the tip with petroleum jelly or a special ointment.

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Douching

In gynecology, Esmarch’s mug is often used. With its help, a therapeutic solution is injected into the vagina. The liquid should be warm enough - from 37 to 40 ° C. For this procedure, an enema of 1.5 l is used - on the marking this corresponds to the number 2.

Important! In this case, the device must be equipped with a special nozzle for douching. It should be clean - if you perform both bowel cleansing and douching, you need two circles. It is better to boil the nozzle.

In principle, such a procedure can be done without an assistant:

1. The patient should lie on her back and bend her knees, pressing them to her chest.
2. The external labia should be lubricated with petroleum jelly or a special ointment.
3. Substitute the vessel so that flushes from the vagina fall into it, and not onto the floor.
4. Secure the tank at a height of 75 cm from the vessel.
5. Carefully insert the tip - do not stick it too deep, no more than 7 cm.
6. Open the tap halfway.
7. Gradually increase the jet to full.
8. Perform the procedure for 15 minutes, gradually adding to the solution.
9. After the procedure, carefully remove the tip.

Important! The patient should lie down in the same position for about five minutes.

Is douching always possible?

Douching is carried out not only as prescribed by the doctor, but also for prevention. However, such a procedure is not always shown and not to everyone. In some cases, douching is strictly forbidden:

• with acute inflammation;
• during menstruation;
• during pregnancy;
• in the first weeks after birth or abortion.

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Bowel cleansing

The most popular way to use Esmarch's mug is to cleanse your intestines. It was for this purpose that the German surgeon came up with his device. For this purpose, you need a regular nozzle, which is absolutely for all enemas. Bowel cleansing is carried out for various reasons:

• with constipation;
• to remove toxins;
• to lose weight.

Constipation can occur for a variety of reasons. If this happened once - Esmarch’s mug will certainly help out. But with frequent constipation, you must consult a doctor, as they can be a symptom of serious illness.

Important! Do not too often do enemas to get rid of excess weight or remove toxins - the body can get used to and cease to cleanse itself.

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In what position?

Cleansing enemas can be done in two ways:

• the patient is lying;
• the patient is standing.

The first option is more often used, especially if the person is seriously ill. The advantage of the second method is that neither a vessel nor a couch is needed - everything can be done directly in the toilet. In addition, you can do without an assistant:

1. Pour the solution into the tank.
2. Fix the mug at a height of one and a half meters from the point of entry.
3. Insert the handset.
4. Squeeze out air from a hose.
5. Lubricate the nozzle with petroleum jelly.
6. Get on all fours.
7. Rest your hands on the floor with one hand.
8. With the other hand, insert the tip into the rectum.
9. Open the tap.
10. Lean with both hands.
11. Lower your head.
12. Breathe deeply.
13. When the gut is full, close the faucet.

The intestines should be cleansed. After the procedure, lie down for about a quarter of an hour.

Process the device.

Important! In any procedure, the tank must not be allowed to empty completely — a little liquid should remain in it.

Lying position

In this case, the patient lies on his side, bending his knees. It is better if there is a couch with a leather or oilcloth coating. If you are doing the procedure on the bed, it should be covered with plastic wrap or oilcloth, and put a diaper on top.

Important! The procedure for manipulating Esmarch’s mug is exactly the same as when douching or an enema while standing, only after the end of the procedure you need to lie on your back for a couple of minutes, so that the liquid is evenly distributed, and then turn over on its side. After about five minutes, the intestines will begin to empty.

When can not do enemas?

Bowel cleansing is not shown to everyone and not always. No procedure should harm a person, including this one. The main rule is that the cleansing course cannot be continued for a long time. But there are direct contraindications:

• severe weakness;
• headache;
• some cardiovascular diseases;
• post-infarction or post-stroke rehabilitation;
• hypertension
• hypertension;
• acute abdominal pain;
• hemorrhoids;
• any bleeding from the rectum;
• oncology of the stomach or intestines;
• breast-feeding;
• menstruation.

Important! Remember that enema and douching are medical procedures that can seriously harm your health. Therefore, do not engage in amateur performances, be sure to consult a doctor for an appointment!

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Solution Recipes

For different purposes, different compositions are used. Enema can be done with just water. As for douching, they do not make sense if you do not introduce a therapeutic solution. The most popular of them:

• tincture of calendula;
• celandine broth;
• pharmacy chamomile.

Important! Calendula is used if you need to cure colpitis or finally get rid of cervical erosion. Celandine often treat thrush. Pharmacy chamomile is used to treat inflammation.

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Thus, there is nothing complicated in the procedure for using Esmarch’s mug. But it is very important to choose a product by number and in accordance with the procedures that you have to carry out. With an assistant, it is easier and more convenient to carry out such manipulations, but in principle, douching and an enema can be done independently.