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What Causes Constant Abdominal Bloating When Diagnosed With Diverticulosis?

I have almost have constant stomach swelling or bloating. it seems when I have back pain due to herniated disc 4,5 lower back I have stomach problems. I also have sciatica nerve pain as well that radiates to my heal. I have been taking estrogen patch since 2002 due to a total hysterectomy at age 46. otherwise I am a pretty healthy person. please any suggestions. I had a colonoscopy 2 yrs. ago all is good. I once had a hiatal hernia I no longer have I am told was diagnosed with diverticulosis.
Thu, 18 Apr 2019
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Hello,

Bloating is normal with diverticulosis and both can be due to constipation. It is important that you have treatment for constipation to help with the symptoms.

You can get daily movicol which will help soften your stools and also you may take daily soluble fiber which you can buy over the counter in the pharmacy.
Drinking plenty is important and being active as well. Taking probiotics might assist to improve your symptoms.

As for the stomach problems when you get treatment for back pain and sciatica it may be due to the side effects of the medications so it might be best to take pain medications after food and take omeprazole during the treatment to help protect the stomach.

I hope this answers your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Constant Abdominal Bloating When Diagnosed With Diverticulosis?

Hello, Bloating is normal with diverticulosis and both can be due to constipation. It is important that you have treatment for constipation to help with the symptoms. You can get daily movicol which will help soften your stools and also you may take daily soluble fiber which you can buy over the counter in the pharmacy. Drinking plenty is important and being active as well. Taking probiotics might assist to improve your symptoms. As for the stomach problems when you get treatment for back pain and sciatica it may be due to the side effects of the medications so it might be best to take pain medications after food and take omeprazole during the treatment to help protect the stomach. I hope this answers your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician