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by colevscode 4454 days ago
OP here: It's true I'm not a doctor or scientist. This isn't a rigorously designed experiment. Yes, I am hoping that the results are positive, but I don't have unrealistic expectations. Mostly I'm just interested in seeing what I can learn about myself.

Also not much "shoving" was involved. I'll do another post later that describes the process. It's pretty gross, but mostly due to the preparation. (I had to put shit in a blender and press the button) The actual administration is about as gross as using a suppository.

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There's a reason FMT's require clinical care and they don't sell "FMT-at-home" DIY kits. Without careful screening of the donor and recipient, you risk severe consequences. Bloodbourne pathogens are a real and present risk with fecal matter on top of the microorganisms poo contains. What's healthy/works in one persons gut can be tremendously bad for anothers.
Oh god, that is much worse than I was imagining. I was picturing something like swishing your finger around in some poop and sticking it up your butt, which is still gross but probably tolerable. Once you said the word "blender", I'm out.