Clear the intestines of fecal stones, mucus, parasites

How to get rid of fecal stones at home

Fecal stones (coprolites) are dense formations (sometimes very hard) that have formed in the colon during prolonged stagnation of intestinal contents. There can be one stone or many.

Sometimes they reach a diameter of 10-15 cm. The stones may be mixed with mucus and sometimes have a layered structure. The stones may consist solely of magnesium carbonate, or 80% lime carbonate or "fatty-waxy masses" formed from large consumption of very fatty foods that contain refractory fats of animal origin.

Stones can also form from accidentally swallowed berry seeds or animal bones, pills, poorly cooked food and hair. Sometimes large gallstones and urinary stones enter the intestines through fistulas. Fecal stones usually form in old age.

Causes

Most often, intestinal stones form in older people, whose intestinal system is subject to age-related changes. In addition, people with health problems are at risk:

• atony or hypotension of the rectum;
• Parkinson's disease;
• persons who abuse fatty foods.

The main causes of stones are:

• unbalanced diet, abundance of unhealthy foods, fast food, sweets;
• passive lifestyle;
• alcohol abuse and smoking;
• accidentally eaten bones of berries, fish or animals;
• undigested food remains;
• penetration of foreign objects, tablets, hairs into the colon.

It has been proven that coprolites are formed when antacid drugs are used in large doses. Under the influence of bacteria, residual particles undergo rotting for a long time and collect into lumps.

If fecal deposits are not removed in a timely manner, the process may worsen. This will lead to intestinal obstruction, which can only be cured by surgery.

The benefits of proper nutrition

To avoid the occurrence of stones and remove existing formations from the body, it is important to follow the recommended diet. The basis of proper nutrition is plant foods; the healthiest foods are:

• Cabbage, beets, cucumbers, carrots.
• Greenery.
• Fresh fruits.
• Dried fruits.
• Fresh fruits: oranges, peaches, apples, grapefruits.

You should limit the amount of meat and fatty foods. Also, do not overuse rice, eggs, chocolate, pasta, or baked goods. Green tea, oatmeal, bran, and nuts are strictly prohibited. Fecal stones in the intestines are dense, round formations of pathological origin. Their localization is observed in the large intestine.

Symptoms

The main symptoms of stone formation are:

• haemorrhoids;
• chronic constipation;
• fatigue and weakness;
• low performance;
• nausea;
• pain and discomfort in the epigastric region;
• bloating and flatulence after eating;
• heaviness in the stomach;
• heartburn;
• headache;
• dysbiosis.

Heavy coating of the intestinal walls with feces contributes to the formation of the so-called plug. This plug blocks the intestinal lumen and disrupts intestinal motility. As a result, unpleasant symptoms and discomfort appear. At the initial stage of the formation of stones in the lumen, a deterioration in the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract is observed, but when the formations become larger, they poison the body from the inside, having a negative effect on other internal organs.

Education process

Such formations are quite large. They have an oval shape and can reach 15 cm in diameter. At the same time, they are quite hard. They are often formed from very compacted feces. Researchers have proven that most often stones form around some kind of “center”. Often these can be accidentally swallowed bones, some small objects, hair, large tablets of medications that do not dissolve well in the body. Most often they consist of magnesium carbonate, less often - of lime carbonate.

What is the danger?

Fecal stones lead to disruption of intestinal functions and slower intestinal motility.

This pathology leads to the development of the following complications:

• chronic constipation;
• autoimmune diseases;
• allergic reactions;
• general intoxication of the body;
• the appearance of malignant tumors localized in the rectum.

Among the most dangerous complications of fecal stones for the patient, doctors identify internal bleeding and intestinal obstruction.

Indications

Both methods have a common purpose - examination of the gastrointestinal tract for the purpose of diagnosing inflammatory diseases, neoplasms, internal bleeding, foreign bodies, and structural anomalies of organs. The specificity of each method provides an advantage in diagnosis when a specific disease is suspected.

Common symptoms for which an intestinal ultrasound or colonoscopy may be prescribed:

• prolonged constipation, alternating constipation and diarrhea;
• the presence of bloody, mucous, purulent impurities in the stool, change in the color of stool;
• bloating, increased gastrointestinal motility, increased gas formation;
• pain of any nature, localized in the abdomen, groin, near the anus;
• intestinal colic;
• weight loss;
• suspicion of cancer or the development of metastases in the gastrointestinal tract;
• the presence of a space-occupying formation when palpating the gastrointestinal tract.

In the diagnosis of gastrointestinal diseases, the manifestations of which are localized on the mucous membrane, colonoscopy is prescribed. The study has the advantage of being able to take a biopsy for histological examination of the material, as well as perform operations to remove detected tumors and stop bleeding.

Colonoscopy is performed for the following pathologies:

• bleeding from the lower gastrointestinal tract, manifested by traces of blood in the stool;
• nonspecific ulcerative colitis;
• gastrointestinal polyps;
• cancer or benign neoplasm;
• Crohn's disease;
• intestinal obstruction of unknown etiology.

Ultrasound is prescribed as a screening method, as well as after operations on the gastrointestinal tract to monitor the healing and recovery processes. As a method for diagnosing diseases, ultrasound allows one to study parts of the gastrointestinal tract and surrounding tissues and obtain information about the boundaries of pathological foci and formations.

Intestinal ultrasound is prescribed for the following indications:

• clarification of the localization of endometriosis in the presence of appropriate symptoms;
• inflammatory diseases – appendicitis, colitis, enteritis;
• suspicion of germination of pelvic tumors in the gastrointestinal tract;
• ischemic conditions of the gastrointestinal tract;
• injuries;
• elongated sigmoid colon;
• peritonitis;
• irritable bowel syndrome;
• gastrointestinal deformations, fecal stones;
• Hirschsprung's disease.

Intestinal ultrasound is an absolutely safe and painless examination that can be performed an unlimited number of times. Colonoscopy is more traumatic and unpleasant for the person being examined.

How to cleanse the intestines of fecal stones?

For small-sized fecal stones, doctors prefer to use conservative treatment methods.

For these purposes, the following therapeutic techniques are used:

1. Siphon enemas.
2. Taking laxatives (used only periodically to avoid addiction).
3. Cleansing enemas that improve intestinal permeability. Microenemas and enemas with decoctions of such medicinal herbs as motherwort, linden blossom, and chamomile have a good effect. It is recommended to do enemas daily for a week, then take a week break and repeat the treatment course again.

Such an effective procedure as hydrocolonoscopy deserves special attention, it promotes the maximum passage of feces from the intestinal walls and allows you to cleanse the intestines. The use of glycerin suppositories has a good effect. This method of treatment is especially recommended in the presence of fecal stones in young patients.

Laxatives

Laxatives are a fairly effective method of combating coprolites, but they have a number of limitations. Drugs from this group may have different mechanisms of action. This can affect the patient's condition and even worsen the course of his disease.

In addition, in most cases, the use of laxatives is accompanied by the removal of important electrolytes from the body, which also has certain consequences. For example, a decrease in potassium content worsens the course of cardiovascular pathologies.

Enemas

You can eliminate feces in the intestines using folk remedies. An enema is one of the accessible and simple ways to remove accumulated toxins yourself.

1. Ognev's enema. The cleaning method was invented by the domestic doctor Ognev. To prepare, you will need a glass of hydrogen peroxide 3%, a glass of glycerin, 200 g of soap and ½ glass of dry wine. After douching, the patient remains in a lying position for a quarter of an hour. During the cleansing process, a burning sensation may occur. This method is prohibited for inflammatory processes in the colon, as well as for diseases of the sigmoid and colon.
2. An enema based on pumpkin honey provides gentle and gentle cleaning. First, you should cleanse with a regular enema consisting of water. Then prepare a mixture consisting of 300 g of honey and a glass of warm water. The resulting solution is injected into the rectum and left for 30 minutes. The procedure is carried out over 5-7 days. This method can painlessly remove seals, as well as cure some skin pathologies and papillomas.
3. Cleaning based on olive and sea buckthorn oils, as well as using Vaseline, vegetable or hemp oils. Oils are used separately, not in combination with each other. The procedure will require about 100 g of the ingredient, warmed to room temperature. This enema has an enveloping effect on stones, facilitates their easy removal, and does not have an irritating effect on the intestines. The patient must remain in a lying position for 30 minutes.

Siphon enema

This type of enema involves the use of a large amount of liquid at a relatively fast pace for emergency lavage of the colon according to the following indications:

1. Ineffectiveness of a standard enema.
2. Intestinal obstruction.
3. Emergency removal of toxins.

Technique:

Water is poured in 1 - 2 liters at a time; you will need a ladle of the appropriate size. A glass mug requires no less volume. The patient takes the desired position (for example, on the right side with his knees tucked), the doctor inserts a tip lubricated with Vaseline to a sufficient depth. The literature gives a value of 30-40 cm; it is necessary to take into account the anatomical features of the person for obvious reasons.

Excluding the ingress of air, the volume of the ladle is pumped into the colon. Then the mug is lowered, the contents need to be poured into a collection container. The procedure is repeated 10-12 times. The number of repetitions should be maintained, even if the wash water is clean. For the most part, the procedure eliminates constipation.

Folk remedies

Traditional medicine, more than ever, has its own approach to getting rid of fecal stones at home.

1. Castor oil . To prepare a cleanser, you should take castor oil at the rate of 1 gram per 1 kilogram of human weight. Heat the oil using steam. Squeeze lemon juice in an amount of 2 parts juice to 1 part oil. Quickly drink warm oil and wash it down with lemon juice. Do not eat or drink anything for 12 hours after taking the medicine. It is better to carry out the procedure at night; in case of severe nausea, you can chew a little raisins. Cleansing begins after 2 hours, and removal of toxins after 12 hours.
2. Vodka with oil . Combine 40 milliliters of unrefined sunflower oil and 20-40 milliliters of vodka in a tightly closed container. Close the container tightly and shake by shaking for 5 minutes. Open and drink everything as quickly as possible. This mixture should be drunk 3 times a day 30 minutes before meals. Try to alternate applications at equal intervals. Use the mixture for medicinal purposes for 10 days in a row. Take a break for 5 days and repeat the oil-vodka course again. After the third course, take a break for 2 weeks. If necessary, repeat this treatment circle for up to 2-3 years.
3. Oatmeal and rice porridge . Take equal amounts of rice and oats. Boil both cereals in salted water. You need to eat this porridge in the morning and evening for a week. This medicinal porridge removes the remains of undigested food, fecal stones, heals cracks in the intestinal mucosa, perfectly cleanses this organ, and increases its tone.
4. Glycerin suppositories . You can cope with coprolites without an enema by using glycerin suppositories. These are rectal suppositories, thanks to which you can delicately cleanse the intestines of stones. They soften stones, eliminate painful bowel movements, and improve intestinal function. The use of glycerin suppositories is contraindicated for anal fissures and exacerbation of hemorrhoids.
5. Prune infusion . Wash 100 g of prunes, pour 0.5 liters of boiling water over them, let it brew. Drink a glass of infusion 3 times a day. Prunes perfectly cleanse the intestines, fight constipation, remove discomfort in the stomach, and normalize metabolism.

The main complication of fecal stones is the occurrence of intestinal obstruction (partial or complete).

Colonoscopy results

A healthy large intestine has a smooth, shiny, pink mucous membrane, without areas of hyperemia or edema. Cicatricial changes, diverticula, pathological narrowing or expansion of the intestinal lumen, ulcers, and polyps are normally absent.

What some diseases look like:

• with nonspecific ulcerative colitis, the mucous membrane becomes bright red, swelling, granularity, and areas of hemorrhage appear;
• intestinal diverticula look like branches of the gastrointestinal tract with an entrance diameter of up to 2 mm, at the site of the lesion the tone of the intestinal wall is increased, the folds are thickened;
• cancer looks like a heterogeneous neoplasm of irregular shape with a granular surface, surrounded by an area of ​​edema, and bleeds when touched.

The results of examining the intestinal walls with a video camera can be obtained shortly after the procedure. Based on the results of the conclusion, the attending physician makes a diagnosis or refers the patient for further diagnostics. If a biopsy was performed, the result of the examination of the fragment will be issued within two weeks. Microscopic examination allows you to make the most accurate diagnosis.

Medicinal colon cleansing

Cleansing the intestines from fecal stones using medications can be done in any specialized medical institution where it is possible to carry out this procedure in a hospital setting under the supervision of a competent doctor. For this purpose, ordinary boiled water is used, introduced into the anus through an enema.

It should be noted that doctors resort to this procedure only in the most extreme cases, when the problem that has arisen has to be solved against the background of intoxication of the body. It is also necessary to take into account the fact that enemas wash out beneficial microorganisms from the intestinal microflora along with toxins, which carry the function of processing and assimilation of food.

Even if instead of boiled water, decoctions of medicinal plants or boiled oil are used. This method is not suitable for people who have undergone intestinal surgery or suffer from bleeding of internal organs or hemorrhoids. After the intestines are washed, you should think about restoring its microflora, for which it is recommended to take drugs such as Bifidumbacterin or Linex.

The most gentle method of intestinal cleansing is the use of laxatives, which are produced today in a wide variety in the form of suspensions, mixtures, suppositories, and tablets. The principle of action of all laxatives is based on enveloping the intestinal walls with a film that prevents the absorption of fluid. The result of this process is spontaneous liquefaction of stool, followed by its removal from the body, 6-7 hours after taking the laxative.

However, we should not forget that medications with a laxative effect contribute to the leaching of potassium from the body, which is necessary for the full functioning of the heart muscle. This should be kept in mind by persons suffering from cardiovascular insufficiency, and bowel cleansing should be carried out in this way only if there is no other way to get rid of constipation and restore full bowel function.

Myths regarding treatment

Before we move on to considering methods for treating fecal stones, it is necessary to debunk very dangerous myths that circulate on the Internet and are passed on by word of mouth.

1. The first myth says that fecal stones from the intestines at any stage can be removed by taking laxatives. No and no again. If you listen to people who give you such blatant advice, you may well end up dying. The fact is that in the later stages of the disease, this will only lead to the movement of stool that has not accumulated into stones, which will not be able to pass through the plug, as a result of which, most likely, you will experience internal bleeding, since the stool will cause many different injuries to the intestines.
2. The second, very dangerous myth says that you can cure fecal stones at home, on your own, without going to the hospital. This is also fundamentally wrong, since, without having sufficient knowledge to purchase certain medications that are suitable specifically for your case, plus, without the ability to independently diagnose, you, even after consulting with pharmacists, are unlikely to be able to cure the disease, but will aggravate it it will work out for sure.
3. Folk recipes are the best remedy for coprolites, says the third myth. It cannot be said unequivocally that there are not various infusions or other natural products that can help with the problem of the formation of fecal stones. So, in the initial stages of their formation, when the lumps are small and the plug is completely absent, you can drink a certain amount of castor oil, thereby cleansing the intestines. However, in the later stages, folk remedies will not help you, even if you drink the entire bottle of castor oil. But, again, they are capable of making the situation worse.

4. Even in the initial stage of coprolites formation, surgical intervention is necessary to remove them. Because of this misconception, many people endure discomfort in the intestines, pain, constipation, just to avoid going under the knife. As a result, they still end up on the operating table, as they bring the disease to an extreme stage, when it is no longer possible to endure.

Let's summarize the myths discussed in the table.

Table 1. Myths about the treatment of fecal stones

The presented list is not all the misconceptions that reign in the minds of residents of our state and other countries. There is nothing strange in this, because people ignorant of medicine can easily be convinced that a mug of herbal decoction can cure any complex disease. It is important that, if possible, you dispel such beliefs in your own friends and acquaintances, as well as family members, so that if a problem arises, they do not lose valuable time in which they can heal without complications.

Prevention

Having been freed from coprolites and accompanying symptoms, a person should feel better and the functioning of internal organs should improve. From now on, it is necessary to adhere to certain rules in order to avoid the recurrence of the disease. Preventive measures look like this:

• limiting the consumption of fatty, spicy, salty foods that cause constipation;
• drinking at least 2 liters of liquid per day (boiled water, juices, green tea, compotes);
• rejection of bad habits;
• maintaining an active lifestyle, performing moderate physical activity;
• regulation of nutrition - adherence to the regime and measures in food;
• including more fresh fruits and vegetables in the diet;
• tracking bowel regularity.

If you experience intestinal bleeding or prolonged constipation, you should consult a doctor.

Let's sum it up

As you can see, the symptoms of the appearance of fecal stones in the intestines are quite clear, however, they are also inherent in a number of other diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract. That is why, if you experience difficulties with bowel movements, or frequent attacks of headaches or allergies, it is best to immediately seek help from a proctologist.

Among other things, it is also necessary to combat the re-formation of stones, or simply take preventive measures to prevent their occurrence. These include:

• mandatory daily bowel movements, preferably at the same time;
• sufficient consumption of water and other liquids;
• a large amount of fiber in the diet, which stimulates peristalsis;
• tracking stool consistency;
• regular checkups.

Be vigilant, because fecal stones are a disease that has a completely favorable prognosis, however, if delayed, there may be a danger of getting a more serious disease, and the prognosis will not be so comforting.