Preparation for Vaginal Douche
THE VAGIXAX DOUCHE.—The purpose of this is to cleanse the surface of the vagina, or to apply heat internally. The ordinary fountain-syringe outfit or the porcelain irrigation (enema) can will be required; also a douche-pan or bedpan, sheet, towels and the solution to be injected. The nozzle should be the hard-rubber or glass, longer than the enema nozzle and with holes in the sides. It should be sterilized by a proper solution of lysol or other antiseptic. From two to eight quarts of water are used, according to need and purpose, usually at 105 to 110 or 112 degrees F., also depending upon the need and purpose. Nothing but plain boiled water (cooled to the required temperature), or salt or boracic-acid solution, should be used, unless especially prescribed by the physician.