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Diverticulitis prevention

Posted by ayersg @ayersg, Apr 6, 2023

Is there a way to prevent diverticulitis from recurring? Is there a change in diet that can help heal the colon issue that causes it?

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marionclark | @marionclark | Apr 17, 2023
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@marionclark

Yes, it is surprising that doctors don't suggest it, because it can be so helpful. I'm glad that you will consider it. Will you let me know how you are doing?

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I shall do that. Thank you!

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maxine50 | @maxine50 | Apr 17, 2023
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@marionclark

I understand.

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Thursday, I have an appointment with another gastro to get a second opinion, but first I will get a MRI of my stomach. I need to get more information!! Hope you stay well.

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marionclark | @marionclark | Apr 17, 2023

Sounds like a good course of action wishing you well. xx

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maxine50 | @maxine50 | Apr 17, 2023
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Thank you! Most helpful! I see my GP again in 3 weeks and will certainly follow up to see a dietitian. I didn’t think of that and am surprised that it hasn’t been offered.

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Can't wait until Thursday when I get MRI of my stomach and my spine. Then have appointment with another gastro. I'm hoping for good results, but the pain on my right side has returned. Yikes!

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Apr 18, 2023
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Can't wait until Thursday when I get MRI of my stomach and my spine. Then have appointment with another gastro. I'm hoping for good results, but the pain on my right side has returned. Yikes!

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Wishing you all the best, @maxine50. Will you post an update and let me know how you are doing?

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warrendog | @warrendog | Apr 18, 2023
In reply to @maxine50 "That is so interesting. Low fiber diet. My doctor said I was not eating enough fiber!!..." + (show)
@maxine50

That is so interesting. Low fiber diet. My doctor said I was not eating enough fiber!! So, I started trying to eat more fiber during the day. Am I wrong????
I have stopped eating meat, nuts. I do eat cooked zucchini, broccoli, carrots, potato and snack on apples, pears and Nature Valley Trail mix bar, yogurt, fried eggs, low fat cheese, bagels with avocado, pasta with pesto, salads with tomatoes, cucumbers, but now I read that it's not good for me. I'm so confused.

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When I have an infection, I must have clear liquids and antibiotics. After about 3 days, I ease into soft foods and a low residue diet. When completely healed I go back to my regular diet ( and attempt to get enough fiber). I take one stool softener daily. It’s important to keep things moving. Something that works for me is overnight oats with fruit. Fresh blueberries are also great! This is a frustrating disease!

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marionclark | @marionclark | Apr 18, 2023
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@maxine50

Can't wait until Thursday when I get MRI of my stomach and my spine. Then have appointment with another gastro. I'm hoping for good results, but the pain on my right side has returned. Yikes!

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I hope it goes well. I know that pain - awful.
Take good care of yourself. xx

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maxine50 | @maxine50 | Apr 18, 2023
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@marionclark

I hope it goes well. I know that pain - awful.
Take good care of yourself. xx

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thanks

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maxine50 | @maxine50 | Apr 18, 2023
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@warrendog

When I have an infection, I must have clear liquids and antibiotics. After about 3 days, I ease into soft foods and a low residue diet. When completely healed I go back to my regular diet ( and attempt to get enough fiber). I take one stool softener daily. It’s important to keep things moving. Something that works for me is overnight oats with fruit. Fresh blueberries are also great! This is a frustrating disease!

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What is a brand for stool softener? My problem is that I do not have a BM every day, but every two or three days has been my normal life. Thanks.

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warrendog | @warrendog | Apr 18, 2023

Just the store brand ducosate sodium. The dosage is between 1 and 4 capsules. I take one at night. If I don’t have a BM, I take 2 the next day. So far, this has been working. The overnight oats for breakfast really helps as well.

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