# Enema

> Enema administration at home by specialized nurses, with comfort and dignity. Cleansing or therapeutic enema in your own home, following your physician's guidance.

- Page: https://komvosygeias.gr/en/enema/
- Ελληνικά: https://komvosygeias.gr/ypoklysmos/
- Provider: Komvos Ygeias, home nursing care in Ioannina and across Epirus, Greece
- Phone: 26510 66590 · Email: info@komvosygeias.gr · Hours: 08:00–20:00, 7 days a week
- Last updated: 2026-06-22

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A home enema allows a cleansing or therapeutic enema to be administered at home, without the patient having to travel. A specialized nurse visits your home and carries out the procedure with aseptic technique, ensuring the patient's comfort and dignity throughout, always in line with the treating physician's guidance.

### Who It's For
Ideal for bedbound patients, elderly people with limited mobility, those dealing with constipation or preparing for examinations, and anyone who needs care in the familiar surroundings of home. It supports both routine needs and one-off administration ordered by a physician.

### What It Includes
- **Preparation & information:** Confirming the physician's order and explaining the procedure and correct positioning to the patient.
- **Administration:** Administering the enema with sterile single-use materials and aseptic technique, with attention to comfort and dignity.
- **Monitoring & care:** Observing the patient, providing hygiene care afterwards, and updating the treating physician where needed.

### Safety & Procedure
Administration is performed by a certified nurse following all hygiene and safety standards. The procedure is carried out with respect for the patient's privacy and always according to your physician's instructions, who determines the type and frequency of the enema.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is a home enema and how is it performed?

It is the administration of a cleansing or therapeutic enema in your own home by a certified nurse, without the patient having to travel. The nurse confirms the physician's order, explains the procedure and correct positioning to the patient, and carries out the administration with sterile single-use materials and aseptic technique. The patient's comfort, hygiene and dignity are safeguarded throughout.

### Who is a home enema for?

It is ideal for bedbound patients, elderly people with limited mobility, those dealing with constipation, or anyone preparing for examinations. It supports both routine needs and one-off administration, always following the treating physician's order.

### Do I need a physician's order for a home enema?

Yes, the enema is administered according to the treating physician's order, who determines the type and frequency. The nurse carries out the administration and updates the physician where needed. Contact us to clarify the procedure for your particular case.

### How much does a home enema cost in Ioannina?

The cost depends on the case, the type of enema and the area. Call us at 26510 66590 for information about pricing and possible coverage by insurance funds or EOPYY.

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Medical disclaimer: this text is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Nursing procedures are performed on the basis of a physician’s prescription or referral, in coordination with the treating physician.

Source: https://komvosygeias.gr/en/enema/