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I was told that I have diverticulosis a couple of years ago, after a colonoscopy. I looked it up on the internet, and it states constipation, I am having major problems of diarehaa (?). I go to the bathroom six times a day and don't always get there in time. Please I need help.

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September 8 4:29 PM (1 hour and 46 minutes and 17 seconds later)
         
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Most people with diverticulosis do not have any discomfort or symptoms. However, symptoms may include mild cramps, bloating, and constipation. Other diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and stomach ulcers cause similar problems, so these symptoms do not always mean a person has diverticulosis. You should visit your doctor if you have these troubling symptoms.

The most common symptom of diverticulitis is abdominal pain. The most common sign is tenderness around the left side of the lower abdomen. If infection is the cause, fever, nausea, vomiting, chills, cramping, and constipation may occur as well. The severity of symptoms depends on the extent of the infection and complications.

You more than likely have another problem possibly irritable bowel, parasite, or infection or other inflammation.  Please see your medical doctor as soon as possible as this can cause you to develop electrolyte imbalance and nutritional deficiencies which can lead to other medical problems.

I hope you feel better soon!

 

Edited by nursehope on September 8 2004 at 4:29 PM

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September 8 5:16 PM (47 minutes and 13 seconds later)
         
May I add the following information for clarification purposes:

Diverticulosis is a chronic condition (as NurseHope says usually without symptoms) involving 'pockets' (bulges) -- called diverticuli which have formed along your intestine as a result of having to strain to move bowel contents which are stuck (usually from being too dry).

Diverticulitis is an acute (and painful) condition brought about when things like small seeds get stuck in one or more of these pockets and cause them to become inflamed and infected.  A mild case will often resolve on its own.  More serious cases require treatment ranging from antibiotics and anti-inflammatories to hospitalization with intravenous feedings (in order to allow the bowel to rest and heal).

If your diarrhea turns out to be caused by Irritable Bowel Syndrome -- this (like diverticulosis) is a chronic disorder which (I speak from personal experience here) will likely take a multi-faceted approach -- including diet adjustment, stress reduction, and (at least initially) medication -- to get under control.

Good Luck!

Disclaimer: The above is provided for informational purposes only.  As I am not a health-care professional -- the above should not be considered, or relied upon as, medical advice.  I strongly encourage you to consult a Licensed Physician regarding any serious medical matter.
     

Edited by Oreport on September 8 2004 at 7:40 PM

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September 9 8:42 AM (15 hours and 26 minutes and 36 seconds later)
         
Thank you, it now takes me to another road that I didn't know about. But with your help control maybe on the horizon.
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