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Question: The more I read about diverticulitis it sounds like I may have it,I have been getting better better over the past few months but still have a lingering gas pains in lower left side,I have bee diagnosed with ibs 10 years ago but I was wondering if this sounds accurate,also if it is diverticulitis how did work stress come into play here and how to I get better,many thanks for an educated answer.
Ps you can look at my previous posts to see the conditions I had where at this point it is just gas pains in lower left side,thanks
Not really wanting a colonoscopy so would like to try this first
Ps you can look at my previous posts to see the conditions I had where at this point it is just gas pains in lower left side,thanks
Not really wanting a colonoscopy so would like to try this first
Brief Answer:
IBS, most probably
Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome
I appreciate your concern
The history and previous descriptions indicate IBS. Hall mark presentations can include burning pain cramping alternating diarrhea and constipation.
I would recommend Tab Eucarbon . It is a mild laxative and has detoxifying properties due to presence of charcoal so has added benefits. Eucarbon is indicated in IBS ( irritable Bowel syndrome) and helps in regularizing bowel movements.
Eucarbon contains the following
Vegetable charcoal
Folium Sennae
Rhurab root
Essential mint oils and fennel oils
Sucralfate 1 g bd should also be taken in addition to eucarbon.
I would empirically recommend a two week course of a course of A PPI like Esomeprazole and a prokinetic like itopride to see for improvement, if symptoms persist then this combination can be alternated with Eucarbon and sucralfate. Mebeverine and hyoscine can be used if spasmodic pain episodes recur at a greater frequency. You may discuss these options with your doctor. Please consult your doctor before starting any medication.
A high fiber diet, stress reduction, avoiding caffeinated beverages and alcohol should also be some of the measures that can improve the overall outcome. Your doctor may opt and offer you for a colonoscopy if the symptoms persist despite adequate treatment.
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
IBS, most probably
Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome
I appreciate your concern
The history and previous descriptions indicate IBS. Hall mark presentations can include burning pain cramping alternating diarrhea and constipation.
I would recommend Tab Eucarbon . It is a mild laxative and has detoxifying properties due to presence of charcoal so has added benefits. Eucarbon is indicated in IBS ( irritable Bowel syndrome) and helps in regularizing bowel movements.
Eucarbon contains the following
Vegetable charcoal
Folium Sennae
Rhurab root
Essential mint oils and fennel oils
Sucralfate 1 g bd should also be taken in addition to eucarbon.
I would empirically recommend a two week course of a course of A PPI like Esomeprazole and a prokinetic like itopride to see for improvement, if symptoms persist then this combination can be alternated with Eucarbon and sucralfate. Mebeverine and hyoscine can be used if spasmodic pain episodes recur at a greater frequency. You may discuss these options with your doctor. Please consult your doctor before starting any medication.
A high fiber diet, stress reduction, avoiding caffeinated beverages and alcohol should also be some of the measures that can improve the overall outcome. Your doctor may opt and offer you for a colonoscopy if the symptoms persist despite adequate treatment.
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
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