CLYSTER Meaning and
Definition
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A "clyster" refers to a medical term, specifically encompassing a therapeutic practice associated with delivering fluids into the rectum for the purpose of cleansing, relieving constipation, or administering medication. Also known as an enema, a clyster involves introducing a liquid mixture, typically consisting of water, medicinal substances, or saline solutions, into the rectum through a specially designed tube or a rubber bag equipped with a nozzle.
Historically, clysters have been used for various purposes, such as evacuating fecal matter, alleviating digestive discomfort, or even as a method of administering drugs. Medical professionals and caregivers employ clysters to stimulate bowel movements, particularly in cases of severe constipation or before certain medical procedures that require a clean bowel.
A clyster functions by causing the rectal muscles to contract, inducing a strong urge to expel the fluid and accompanying waste materials. By directly affecting the rectum and colon, the clyster facilitates the elimination of fecal matter, thereby promoting intestinal health and preventing complications related to excessive waste buildup.
While modern medical practices and advancements have reduced the frequency of clyster usage, it continues to serve as an effective tool in certain clinical scenarios. With proper care and adherence to medical guidelines, clysters offer a safe, non-invasive, and often efficient method for addressing specific gastrointestinal issues and administering medication via the rectal route.
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Enema, clysma, a rectal injection of water or other fluid.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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An injection into the bowels.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for CLYSTER
- xlyster
- vlyster
- flyster
- dlyster
- ckyster
- cpyster
- coyster
- clgster
- cl6ster
- clyater
- clyzter
- clyxter
- clydter
- clyeter
- clywter
- clysrer
- clysfer
- clysger
- clysyer
- clysterd
Etymology of CLYSTER
The word "clyster" can be traced back to Old French "clistère" (14th century), which was derived from Latin "clysterium". In turn, Latin borrowed it from Greek "klystḗr", meaning "a thing to be washed out or rinsed". The Greek term is derived from the verb "kluzein", meaning "to wash out" or "rinse".
Similar spelling words for CLYSTER
- closed,
- clustering,
- clutter,
- cleistes,
- Clogston,
- cloistral,
- closeout,
- close out,
- claustrum,
- closedown,
- clustered,
- luster,
- close to,
- cloistered,
- cluster,
- closed in,
- claystone,
- cloister,
- clugston,
- clatter,
- closet,
- closer,
- clast.
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