So, I finally did it! I gave irrigation a try. Everything went fine except I don't think I am completely cleaned out. I started with 500cc of water, so should I increase that on day two? Also, do most people reuse the drains? They seem pretty sturdy, but I don't want to trust them if they are not made to be reused. Manufacturing says nothing about it. I am excited for this change. I am a high school teacher, and the stress in the classroom with "things happening" and not being able to leave the students is so stressful and has been making me not go to work (I typically love being a teacher). I am really hoping this does the trick.
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