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Suggest Treatment For Diverticulitis And Abdominal Cramps
My sister is taking Vicyclomine for Colitis/Diverticulitis. What does this medication do? She has lower severe abdomonal cramps and loose bowels. Her GP prescribed this medication yesterday. Her pain has not subsided. Is this medication right for her? Judy
Mon, 16 May 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of diverticulitis and abdominal cramps . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like gastroenteritis , food allergies , lactose intolerance , giardiasis , irritable bowel syndrome or appendicitis. It could be due to poor digestion and improper metabolism of body. avoid spicy food . You should take antacid after every meal and avoid intake of outside food. You should take diet rich in fluids and fruits. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination . Doctor may order ultrasound , endoscopy or stool test . Doctor may prescribe omeprazole , anti inflammatory , laxative , ornidazole or albendazole . For now eat light and non spicy and drink plenty of water and take light walk after every meal .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of diverticulitis and abdominal cramps . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like gastroenteritis , food allergies , lactose intolerance , giardiasis , irritable bowel syndrome or appendicitis. It could be due to poor digestion and improper metabolism of body. avoid spicy food . You should take antacid after every meal and avoid intake of outside food. You should take diet rich in fluids and fruits. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination . Doctor may order ultrasound , endoscopy or stool test . Doctor may prescribe omeprazole , anti inflammatory , laxative , ornidazole or albendazole . For now eat light and non spicy and drink plenty of water and take light walk after every meal .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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