I had diverticulitis for several years. Yes, Cipro and flagyl. I could not take flagyl. About 4 years ago I was prescribed due to a flare After one pill the bottom of my foot started to burn , itch and swell. I couldn’t be for sure if it was the flagyl; however, 3 weeks ago I was prepping for a colon resection and was prescribed flagyl as well as other antibiotics to take Again, this happened to my foot. At that point I realized it was the flagyl that had done this a few years ago. I told my surgeon on the morning of and ask her if she was planning on giving me more during surgery. She immediately said she had other options other than flagyl. I’m 3 weeks out from resection. I’m glad I had the surgery. Path report showed abscess and at some point I had a perforation.
I know your feeling of hurting with these issues and the dread of the meds. My flares were numerous in the last year plus I am a liver transplant so I have to be cautious with all aspects of health