just been diagnosed with Diverticulitis

GeorgieB
GeorgieB Online Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
edited May 22 in Start here and say hello!

Hi, I've just been diagnosed with Diverticulitis. The past week has been hellish in terms of how often I've needed to go to the toilet - especially during the night. It's really difficult to get comfortable and sleep with pain, cramping and a burning anus. I've been prescribed antibiotics but my GP said to leave starting them for about 3 days to see if there was any improvement first. There has been a very modest improvement but, normally I feel better in the mornings, but not today! Been on a liquid diet for 2 days now. Any helpful suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks!

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  • Bluebell21
    Bluebell21 Online Community Member, Scope Member Posts: 11,563 Championing

    Hi @GeorgieB Welcome to the Community. I hope you enjoy your time on the forum. Any questions just ask.

    It can take some time to adjust to a new diagnosis. Perhaps keep a food diary so you are able to see if any food affects you more than others.

    You might be interested in reading the attached link.

    https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/diverticular-disease-and-diverticulitis/

    Take care.

  • Mary_Scope
    Mary_Scope Posts: 1,644 Scope Online Community Children and Family Specialists

    Hi @GeorgieB and a warm welcome to the community😀

    I am going to change the title of your post just so it makes it easier for other people who have experiences with diverticulitis to find so they are able to offer first hand any offer information and support, hope thats okay!

    It sounds like you are going through a very stressful time, I hope you find something to help soon. Was you offered any post diagnosis support?

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