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How To Treat Nausea And Left Abdominal Pain When Diagnosed With Diverticulosis?

yes ,my wife is age73, she was diagnosed with diverticulosis in March, then her doctor retired, she has nausea with anything she eats, and left side(intestine)pain, also was given prescription for gastritis (antibiotic) which helps some but symptoms remain. What can we do?, Thanks.
Mon, 24 Aug 2015
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hello,
i can understand your concern.
i would initially explain you what exactly is a diverticulosis so that you would have a fair idea of the problem. diverticula is usually small outpouches developed due to weakening of the muscles. people above 40 are the ones susceptible.
the mainstay of treatment would be high fiber diet so as to prevent constipation.
avoid fried foods,corn,nuts which can lead to constipation.
do not take stimulant laxatives as it can lead to complications.
a contrast enhanced ct scan of abdomen is advised if not done earlier.
i would advise tab pan D twice daily for two weeks.
100% cure is not possible as this is a mechanical defect.
if severe pain abdomen or distension of abdomen with tightness occurs, report immediately to E.R.
with a bit of change in diet most of the symptoms usually subside.
wish you a healthy life.
feel free to ask further queries.
thanks for choosing HCM


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How To Treat Nausea And Left Abdominal Pain When Diagnosed With Diverticulosis?

hello, i can understand your concern. i would initially explain you what exactly is a diverticulosis so that you would have a fair idea of the problem. diverticula is usually small outpouches developed due to weakening of the muscles. people above 40 are the ones susceptible. the mainstay of treatment would be high fiber diet so as to prevent constipation. avoid fried foods,corn,nuts which can lead to constipation. do not take stimulant laxatives as it can lead to complications. a contrast enhanced ct scan of abdomen is advised if not done earlier. i would advise tab pan D twice daily for two weeks. 100% cure is not possible as this is a mechanical defect. if severe pain abdomen or distension of abdomen with tightness occurs, report immediately to E.R. with a bit of change in diet most of the symptoms usually subside. wish you a healthy life. feel free to ask further queries. thanks for choosing HCM