Formerly the most vigorous treatment was practiced by bleeding, purging, the increase of peristalsis by eserin or pilocarpin, enemas, cold in the head, counterirritants, aconite, tartar emetic, sponging, wet-sheet packing, etc.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
enemas too I have administered.
"Ulysses"
James Joyce
No wonder-so much of nursing care consists of unpleasant chores like bed baths, giving enemas and dealing with other bodily functions.
"How and When to Be Your Own Doctor"
Dr. Isabelle A. Moser with Steve Solomon