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What Causes Pain In The Left Side Of Abdomen While Having Diverticulitis?
My boyfriend went to ER they told him he has Diverticulitis they gave him meds to take at home . My question is he still has some pain in left side and still don t have his bowel movement back to normal yet . Can you tell me how lone it takes to get back on a normal track . What foods does he need to stay away from ? Thank you
Thu, 13 Oct 2016
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Yes,this us typical pain for diverticulitis and it should improve after few days of antibiotic treatment. you should take plenty of fluids,high fibre food,probiotics,milk products and avoid fried food, high fats,chocolate and food that makes you bloaty. Stools should be as soft as possible and you can take paracetamol for pain.
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Yes,this us typical pain for diverticulitis and it should improve after few days of antibiotic treatment. you should take plenty of fluids,high fibre food,probiotics,milk products and avoid fried food, high fats,chocolate and food that makes you bloaty. Stools should be as soft as possible and you can take paracetamol for pain.
I hope I have answered your query. I wish you a nice day.
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