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Could Abdominal Pain, Diarrhea And Fever Be Related To Diverticulitis?
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I went to a GI Specialist today because I've been experiencing abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fevers. I thought maybe I had Diverticulitis. Note: I consider myself to be very healthy and in shape, infrequently sick.
Doc said that my blood work was mostly fine, and that he thought it was safe to rule out diverticulitis. And, my symptoms have gone away. He did say that I had an elevated C Reactive Protein level, and to be on the safe side, I should have a CT Scan. Before spending my $3000 deductible on a CT Scan, I've been analyzing the necessity of the test. I realized I forgot to mention to the doctor that I was on the HCG Drops diet for 30 days, ending 8 days ago. Here's my question: Could the HCG Drops, 8 days after quitting the diet, lead to an elevated C Reactive Protein level? Is this relevant? Thanks.
I went to a GI Specialist today because I've been experiencing abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fevers. I thought maybe I had Diverticulitis. Note: I consider myself to be very healthy and in shape, infrequently sick.
Doc said that my blood work was mostly fine, and that he thought it was safe to rule out diverticulitis. And, my symptoms have gone away. He did say that I had an elevated C Reactive Protein level, and to be on the safe side, I should have a CT Scan. Before spending my $3000 deductible on a CT Scan, I've been analyzing the necessity of the test. I realized I forgot to mention to the doctor that I was on the HCG Drops diet for 30 days, ending 8 days ago. Here's my question: Could the HCG Drops, 8 days after quitting the diet, lead to an elevated C Reactive Protein level? Is this relevant? Thanks.
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Yes indeed.C reactive protein is a acute phase reactant protein which is raised in any condition ranging from common cold to cancer. Diverticulitis by itself is the main reason for elevation. Diets would not cause such an effect.
regards
Thanks for writing in.
Yes indeed.C reactive protein is a acute phase reactant protein which is raised in any condition ranging from common cold to cancer. Diverticulitis by itself is the main reason for elevation. Diets would not cause such an effect.
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