PurEnema Medical-Grade Silicone Colon Tube - Seeking Health

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• Questions at 2/29/12 3:33 PM
  • It looks like this is only one piece... Can it be taken apart? How many pieces is it?
    What is the length and diameter?
    Does it easily fit a standard hose?
    Are there any other pictures of the product?
    Is it see-through (transparent)?
    How much of it is supposed to be placed in the colon?
    
    For home health care of a person with bowel problems, enemas are a very helpful tool, and I'm glad you provide medical-grade silicone parts. Thanks!
  • Hello - This is a 1 meter tube made from medical grade silicone. There is an end-cap that is also medical grade silicone that can be removed for cleaning purposes - but it is not necessary. The end cap can be removed and put back in - provided you put it in a safe place and don't lose it ;) What other pictures would you like to see? The tubing is moderately see through. If using darker fluids, those are easily seen. One may insert the colon tube only a few inches if desired. Diameter I cannot recall off hand but it is 36 Fr. I want to say 5/16" Up to 18 inches may be inserted if you are fully knowledgeable how to insert a colon tube. Directions are included with our PurEnema Kit. Never force a colon tube deeper into the colon. The benefits of the PurEnema Colon Tube are: - medical grade silicone - does not kink - 36 Fr so it is durable - standard opening so connects to nearly all common enema kits - removable end cap - easy to clean: simply rinse and place in boiling water for 5 minutes and allow to air dry - one meter in length allows for multiple uses - lasts for years - non-toxic We will update the product page with updated information and images. Best Dr Ben
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• Cleaning & Lubrication at 3/26/12 7:50 PM
  • Hi Dr. Ben,
    
    I've ordered a couple of these silicone colon tubes as I have to do enemas a couple of times per day everyday as part of my doctor prescribed medical program. I see you recommend boiling for cleaning, as I don't think that would be practical everyday for cleaning as they'll constantly be in use so I was wondering, would a mild bio-degradable soap and hot tap water be ok to clean with on a daily basis? Also, for lubrication, is petroleum jelly alright or would your recommend something else? Would either of these two products be damaging to the silicone?
    
    Thank you!
  • Hello - You may use soap and water to clean - absolutely. Boiling is not needed for everyday cleaning. Lubrication - I recommend simply olive oil or coconut oil. Petroleum jelly I do not recommend at all - it is a chemically-based lubricant for machines - not humans. I do not think they will damage the silicone but they are harmful for your health long term. Best Dr Ben
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• Rubber or Silicone? at 5/23/12 4:57 PM
  • Is the connector on the Silicone colon tube, silicone or rubber (it seems like rubber). Maybe I shouldn't boil it with the tube? Your thoughts....
    

  • Hello - 

    It is very firm medical-grade silicone. You may boil as much as you like ;)

    Best

    Dr Ben

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