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Suggest Remedy For Diverticultis

I have been diagnosed with Diverticultis in MAY; took antibiotics thought I was getting better; told last night that I have another infection. First 2 tests were from CT (contrast) and blood count. THIS TIME CT (no contrast and bloodwork ok). HOw is this possible? My left side feels like needles in it!
Mon, 27 Apr 2015
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Diverticulitis is a condition that can reoccur, and must be treated each time it happens. Diverticulosis is a common condition where there are a lot of "outpouchings" along the large intestine- kind of like a bunch of little appendixes. When one of these gets inflamed or plugged up, it can cause an infection that requires antibiotics. You can reduce the recurrence of infections by avoiding foods like nuts and seeds that can get caught in the pouches and create infections. You also want to avoid constipation as that can make the situation worse. Drink lots of fluids. Hope this helps.
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Suggest Remedy For Diverticultis

Diverticulitis is a condition that can reoccur, and must be treated each time it happens. Diverticulosis is a common condition where there are a lot of outpouchings along the large intestine- kind of like a bunch of little appendixes. When one of these gets inflamed or plugged up, it can cause an infection that requires antibiotics. You can reduce the recurrence of infections by avoiding foods like nuts and seeds that can get caught in the pouches and create infections. You also want to avoid constipation as that can make the situation worse. Drink lots of fluids. Hope this helps.