Before this happened, I was working on my health. Blood work was excellent. Was down 15 pounds and walking 5 miles a day. Started to feel left lower abdomen pain and a CT showed diverticulitis. It was the worst week. All liquid diet gave me such a migraine and I could not take anything except Tylenol. Which does nothing. I’m going to make an apptmt with primary care physician. I would like anti inflammatory meds for my gut as well as a pain reliever safe to take with diverticulitis so I have it in case I ever get it again. I have anxiety and the two antibiotics they put me on gave me panic attacks. Apparently because they kill all good bacteria as well, they mess with your central nervous system. So I spent a week nauseous, not eating and crying over nothing. lol.
I just wanted someone to tell me the things I was feeling are normal so I don’t worry. All anyone tells you is no fiber, then high fiber. Seems the trick is to gradually add fiber. Once I added any fiber, I kept going to the bathroom. I’m like, this can’t be good either. Today I ate a bagel with two hard boiled eggs. And for dinner, ground turkey in a wrap with some avocado. Best I felt in days. I just don’t think I’m ready yet for too much fiber.
How long does it take for your stool to be normal again? The twinges of pain, I stopped worrying about. It makes sense that inflammation does not subside immediately.
I have low blood sugar so liquid diet would give me migraine too. When fasting (liquid diet) you will need protein. (Peanut butter, banana, yogurt with probiotic between antibiotics to replace the good bacteria for your gut)
My primary Dr. is who I told originally in 2022 at my yearly appt. She was the one that recommended my GI Dr. for colonoscopy. After his diagnoses he was the one that prescribed the meds. But, after my last episode and had to go to ER for the pain. He recommended the Colon Rectal Dr. My primary Dr. did the recommendation.
I can say that it does not matter what you eat when it gets so bad. Once the colon is damaged there is no going back.
My decision to have surgery was also decided by knowing that.
Not yet. Scheduled for early September. I guess they had to wait a bit after I healed. I figured it was inflammatory related. I have been following an anti-inflammatory diet to see if it calms down. It’s not awful pain. Just hurts when I move or when I’m digesting.
Can you tell me if it’s normal to have inflammation and some twinges of pain after the week of diverticulitis healing? If so, how long will that discomfort be there?
Yes. I took them both for 10 days. I’m starting to get my appetite back. My GI was not helpful at all. No one talks about the pain here and there after you are treated. Even the internet is not clear. I guess it can take a while for your body to heal fully
I am currently being treated for my 3rd episode of diverticulitis, only 8 months from my last episode.
Someone told me that he was plagued with it too but was told to try odorless garlic soft gels every day. He said it has really worked for him. Has anyone else had success with this?
No, you need to get another GI provider. I'm a nurse and have collagenous colitis. I had the same GI, having Colonoscopy's every 5 yrs d/t family history of colon cancer. Once diagnosed, care changed. I researched a Doctor who is experienced with my type of colitis, epigastric and belly pain. Also, look at their education. I'm now in good hands. Good Luck!
Yes. I took them both for 10 days. I’m starting to get my appetite back. My GI was not helpful at all. No one talks about the pain here and there after you are treated. Even the internet is not clear. I guess it can take a while for your body to heal fully
I agree, the pain will put you down for days. Every episode will wear you out.
For the number of episodes, you have had you need to see colon rectal specialist
I agree, the pain will put you down for days. Every episode will wear you out.
For the number of episodes, you have had you need to see colon rectal specialist
It’s been three weeks since onset of symptoms. This weekend my side hurt so bad. But the bowel movements are still erratic. I have to find a balance of carbs and fiber that will appease the IBS. I’m getting a new GI. My current one makes me so anxious. He told me so little of what recovery would be like. So after 3 weeks when the side pain returned I thought the diverticulitis returned. My primary said no. Your gut will be sensitive for a few months. Was that so hard for the GI to say?
It’s been three weeks since onset of symptoms. This weekend my side hurt so bad. But the bowel movements are still erratic. I have to find a balance of carbs and fiber that will appease the IBS. I’m getting a new GI. My current one makes me so anxious. He told me so little of what recovery would be like. So after 3 weeks when the side pain returned I thought the diverticulitis returned. My primary said no. Your gut will be sensitive for a few months. Was that so hard for the GI to say?
I am currently being treated for my 3rd episode of diverticulitis, only 8 months from my last episode.
Someone told me that he was plagued with it too but was told to try odorless garlic soft gels every day. He said it has really worked for him. Has anyone else had success with this?
I am currently being treated for my 3rd episode of diverticulitis, only 8 months from my last episode.
Someone told me that he was plagued with it too but was told to try odorless garlic soft gels every day. He said it has really worked for him. Has anyone else had success with this?
Had my 1st bout of diverticulitis in 2021 was good for 2 years then had 3 attacked this year 2024. Watched my diet but nothing helped. My last flare was my first complicated version. Was on work travel and ended up in the ER with a micro perforation. Was admitted on IV antibiotics for 3 days flew home for more hospitalizations and was given a PICC line to administer antibiotics at home and cool down the colon before surgery. Just had surgery on 8/8/24 and am doing pretty well. I had hoped to avoid surgery but it was no longer an option
Had my 1st bout of diverticulitis in 2021 was good for 2 years then had 3 attacked this year 2024. Watched my diet but nothing helped. My last flare was my first complicated version. Was on work travel and ended up in the ER with a micro perforation. Was admitted on IV antibiotics for 3 days flew home for more hospitalizations and was given a PICC line to administer antibiotics at home and cool down the colon before surgery. Just had surgery on 8/8/24 and am doing pretty well. I had hoped to avoid surgery but it was no longer an option
I’m with you… have never had repeated attacks like many people talk about never ended up in the hospital or IV antibiotics but per colonoscopy in January was diagnosed with severe diverticulosis and have not been able to get back on track since… I’m looking at surgery just to avoid complications in the future. Have tried adjusting diet and going to a naturopath getting natural, anti-inflammatories, etc. but nothing is working!! CAT scan yesterday and only one I’ve ever had just said severe sigmoid diverticulosis…not gonna go away 😫
I hope you mend well. ☺️
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I have low blood sugar so liquid diet would give me migraine too. When fasting (liquid diet) you will need protein. (Peanut butter, banana, yogurt with probiotic between antibiotics to replace the good bacteria for your gut)
My primary Dr. is who I told originally in 2022 at my yearly appt. She was the one that recommended my GI Dr. for colonoscopy. After his diagnoses he was the one that prescribed the meds. But, after my last episode and had to go to ER for the pain. He recommended the Colon Rectal Dr. My primary Dr. did the recommendation.
I can say that it does not matter what you eat when it gets so bad. Once the colon is damaged there is no going back.
My decision to have surgery was also decided by knowing that.
Have you been on Cipro and Flagyl?
Yes. I took them both for 10 days. I’m starting to get my appetite back. My GI was not helpful at all. No one talks about the pain here and there after you are treated. Even the internet is not clear. I guess it can take a while for your body to heal fully
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2 ReactionsNo, you need to get another GI provider. I'm a nurse and have collagenous colitis. I had the same GI, having Colonoscopy's every 5 yrs d/t family history of colon cancer. Once diagnosed, care changed. I researched a Doctor who is experienced with my type of colitis, epigastric and belly pain. Also, look at their education. I'm now in good hands. Good Luck!
I agree, the pain will put you down for days. Every episode will wear you out.
For the number of episodes, you have had you need to see colon rectal specialist
It’s been three weeks since onset of symptoms. This weekend my side hurt so bad. But the bowel movements are still erratic. I have to find a balance of carbs and fiber that will appease the IBS. I’m getting a new GI. My current one makes me so anxious. He told me so little of what recovery would be like. So after 3 weeks when the side pain returned I thought the diverticulitis returned. My primary said no. Your gut will be sensitive for a few months. Was that so hard for the GI to say?
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1 ReactionThat is sad to hear. Find another GI Dr.
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1 ReactionFoxj, You have changed your diet, right? No strawberries (small seeds), no unskinned apples, etc.? Changing one's diet is the first thing to try.
Had my 1st bout of diverticulitis in 2021 was good for 2 years then had 3 attacked this year 2024. Watched my diet but nothing helped. My last flare was my first complicated version. Was on work travel and ended up in the ER with a micro perforation. Was admitted on IV antibiotics for 3 days flew home for more hospitalizations and was given a PICC line to administer antibiotics at home and cool down the colon before surgery. Just had surgery on 8/8/24 and am doing pretty well. I had hoped to avoid surgery but it was no longer an option
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4 ReactionsI’m with you… have never had repeated attacks like many people talk about never ended up in the hospital or IV antibiotics but per colonoscopy in January was diagnosed with severe diverticulosis and have not been able to get back on track since… I’m looking at surgery just to avoid complications in the future. Have tried adjusting diet and going to a naturopath getting natural, anti-inflammatories, etc. but nothing is working!! CAT scan yesterday and only one I’ve ever had just said severe sigmoid diverticulosis…not gonna go away 😫
I hope you mend well. ☺️
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