How did bottoms prep back in the day? A brief history of douching - Queerty
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How did bottoms prep back in the day? A brief history of douching - Queerty
"Early douchers used a combination of laxatives and scary-looking enema devices to evacuate down there. Versions of enema technology date way back to ancient Egypt and Greece, apparently inspired by Ibis birds who, when constipated, use their beaks to inject salty water into their butts and evacuate."
"By the 15th century, the familiar bulb tool we know and love/hate was created for exactly this purpose, and through the centuries it gave way to different methods, involving one scary-looking French device that looks like a snake attached to a cremation urn."
"By the late 1800s, thanks to the advent of germ theory and modernized surgery techniques, rectal procedures were actually saving lives."
The A-Ball represents a revolutionary alternative to traditional douching, generating over $100,000 in its first day on Kickstarter. Historically, douching has roots in the 19th century, with early methods involving laxatives and enema devices. Ancient civilizations, including Egypt and Greece, utilized similar techniques inspired by nature. By the 15th century, the bulb tool emerged, evolving through various designs. By the late 1800s, advancements in germ theory and surgical techniques made rectal procedures beneficial for health.
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