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Close Diverticulitis

I've had three episodes of diverticulitis over the last 18 months. I think I had episodes before but they were undiagnosed. My father died of sepsis related to diverticulitis. This is affecting the quality of my life because it's hard to travel, and stress seems to bring on an attack. I've tried the Simple Carb Diet, but that hasn't worked. I'm doing hypnosis now. My GP says no surgery yet, but the person who did my colonoscopy suggested I see a surgeon.

Treatments

High Fiber Diet Somewhat Helpful

I can't eat high fiber when I'm having the attack, but I do other times. I still got an attack even with high fiber.

Levaquin Somewhat Helpful

Levaquin worked the first time. I had to add Flagyl the second and third times. A flare usually takes a month to subside even with antiobiotic and diet, and I always have a little pain.

Hypnotherapy Too Soon to Tell

I got a tape for IBS, which I've had my whole adult life. It does calm me. We'll see if it's enough.