Diverticulitis

[ZoeyBear 64]

Has anyone, who suffered with occasional flair ups of diverticulitis, had one since you got your sleeve? I really thought I would never have one again, but here I am so painful! It's my own fault. Ordered retried Beans today at a Mexican restaurant. But, instead of being a good girl and eating them with a spoon, I dipped some chips in it! Now I lay here in so much pain! Just curious about anyone else.

Edited June 30, 2015 by ZoeyBear

[borg/assimilated 576]

I too have suffered flare-ups from diverticulitis pre-WLS and I have also had one episode post-WLS., although my last one post-WLS did not require antibiotics (it was a mild one). Both my PCP and my surgeon insist the flare ups are not caused by any particular foods.

[KatrinaGrace 56]

I have. Mine was terrible. Ended up in ICU for a week with sepsis on New Year's Day this year. I was almost 2 months post op when it happened. Had another week long hospital stay beginning January 31st with it, gastritis, esophagitis, and I can't even remember what else. Surgeon wants me flare-up free and healthy for six months before he goes in to remove the bad part of my colon. I go for my next colonoscopy the first of August to see where I stand.

[borg/assimilated 576]

@@KatrinaGrace

So sorry you have had to endure these episodes. Maybe your planned colon surgery will completely eliminate the flare-ups.

[ZoeyBear 64]

My dr always prescribes an antibiotic and something for pain. It always gives relief within 12-24 hrs. This time was no different. Thanks, all, for sharing.