@Scott F posted:An enema can only work for stool backed up in or very near the pouch itself. If things are partially blocked upstream from that then sitting on the toilet and pushing will mainly produce hemorrhoids rather than poop, and clear fluids and time (and patience) are the main treatments.
Oh, sorry, I didn’t see this reply.
My pouch is full to bursting and the small bowel is backed up from there. I look like I’m six months pregnant.
There is no actual blockage, just stool sitting in an inactive pouch because the muscles in the wall of my pouch no longer contract (megapouch).
I am not sitting and pushing excessively, just trying to go normally when I feel the urge. Only a small amount comes out, e.g. 10mL. It is watery or porridgy, not dry, at least.
Have had plenty of fluids. Will have some juice shortly.