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Suggest Treatment For Diverticulitis

I have a itch on my head ,ears,face ,back of hands.Twice before I had bouts of lower bowls,went to hospital and it was cleared up. They used an antibiotic I think called ciproflxin. Diverticulitis cleared up and the itching also went away. I am 83 and And Hospice with cops and pacemaker ,my question is it ok for me to be taking antibiotics??? I am ready to go home if the Lord will it .all my affairs are in place and paid for. Hive excellent wilth Hospice. I have wonderful care. THANK YOU FOR Your TIME!!
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Hello,
Thank you for your query.

Am glad to hear that you are well cared for.
Yes it is OK to take antibiotics as needed for the right amount of time.
Please consult your doctor, however, before taking them as not all medicines are safe for everybody and elderly people metabolize drugs differently.

Dryness can also cause itching. Please consult a dermatologist as well to check for dermatitis.

Apply virgin coconut oil after warming it a bit.
Hope this helps. I sincerely hope you feel better soon.
Please let me if there is anything else I can help you with. Wish you good health
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Suggest Treatment For Diverticulitis

Hello, Thank you for your query. Am glad to hear that you are well cared for. Yes it is OK to take antibiotics as needed for the right amount of time. Please consult your doctor, however, before taking them as not all medicines are safe for everybody and elderly people metabolize drugs differently. Dryness can also cause itching. Please consult a dermatologist as well to check for dermatitis. Apply virgin coconut oil after warming it a bit. Hope this helps. I sincerely hope you feel better soon. Please let me if there is anything else I can help you with. Wish you good health