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Dr — 1. I Seem To Have A Mild Recurring
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1. I seem to have a mild recurring discomfort on the left lower part of my abdomen.
2. The paint sensation, comes and goes, lasting just a few seconds
3. I wonder if that this might be diverticulitis? Which does run in the family, my mother had it
4. Do you have any thoughts of what this could be?
5. And what I should do about it If it is diverticulitis?
Thanks
1. I seem to have a mild recurring discomfort on the left lower part of my abdomen.
2. The paint sensation, comes and goes, lasting just a few seconds
3. I wonder if that this might be diverticulitis? Which does run in the family, my mother had it
4. Do you have any thoughts of what this could be?
5. And what I should do about it If it is diverticulitis?
Thanks
Brief Answer:
Answer given below
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
Diverticulitis is a complication of diverticulosis which in turn is a complication of chronic constipation/poor fiber intake.
These are common in elderly patients.
A physical examination may show tenderness in the left lower quadrant in diverticulitis.
You can get a CT scan of the abdomen to see if your pain is due to diverticulitis.
If the pain is due to mild diverticulitis, a course of antibiotics may provide relief.
Regards,
Dr.R.K
Answer given below
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
Diverticulitis is a complication of diverticulosis which in turn is a complication of chronic constipation/poor fiber intake.
These are common in elderly patients.
A physical examination may show tenderness in the left lower quadrant in diverticulitis.
You can get a CT scan of the abdomen to see if your pain is due to diverticulitis.
If the pain is due to mild diverticulitis, a course of antibiotics may provide relief.
Regards,
Dr.R.K
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