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Diane-M
Diane-M
It has been a bad week. My Jeep window cracked from one side to the other and needed to be replaced. The horn started going off by itself one morning. We had to pull the fuse, but we have yet to find out what exactly is going on. And yesterday I spent 3 hours in the ER. I now can add diverticulitis to my other diagnosis of diabetes , an underactive thyroid, a heart that does not work as it should , depression and a gallbladder that does not work at 100%. The major issue is my diet...I do not know what to eat. I was told that a gallbladder diet is pretty different that a diet for diverticulitis


I have an appointment with my regular doctor Monday and i am sure he can make recommendations. Sadly....one of the few things left that i enjoy is eating. This turn of events has me even more depressed.......
debalinaa
debalinaa
Hey dear just dont be so sad.I dont know how to make you feel good but I just know I am also having a very bad phase of life ,lots of health issues as well as others so I can perhaps only guess your situation but you know what I truly believe that you can definitely be strong because I can feel that you truly want to live your life and for that you need to fight a lot.just stay strong and keep hope dear.
kimberlymgo86
kimberlymgo86
Oh goodness, I'm sorry for everything you're going through. Even though it seems hopeless right now, know that it will get better, just keep your head up. The diet with the gallbladder differs from person to person, I know. I've known people who haven't had to change their diet much at all, which others really had to stay away from greasy foods. Hopefully yours won't turn out too difficult. You've got this!

Have a beautiful day!
AngelAshley123
AngelAshley123
Oh my gosh Diane, I am so so sorry! My only advice is to listen to your doctors and do what they tell you to do. I am no medical expert but even I know that a proper diet can be a big difference to someones health. I hope you feel better soon huggs :)
Community LeaderThePepperMan
ThePepperMan
I am so sorry things all piled up on you like that.

So put a lot of that diet stuff back on your doctors, make them find a good diet for you!

Continuing hugs
got2breal
got2breal
I am sure it is because you were trying to deal with what you already had. More added is more work. So sorry. Maybe you can call the doc before the appointment and at least ask what you can eat and make a list? Just thoughts. I hope you can feel better soon. I am new to this group so hopefully I can get to know people more better so I can support them right. I hope I helped.
mollgirl
mollgirl
I am sorry you are dealing with so much. I had diverticulitis and I had my gall bladder out. I also have ibs. I hope you get to feeling better soon. Hugs.
survivor69
survivor69
PLEASE TAKE COMFORT IN KNOWING THE LORD ABOVE CARES AND LOVES U VERY MUCH SWEETIE.
HE WILL GET U THRU IT ALL...............................
GBU
DRENA B
;-O
Community LeaderWanderingVet
WanderingVet
Usually, the most we get from an ER visit is a huge bill. Not in this case ... glad you went, ... and now you know the problem, can get treatment. I am sure you will feel better soon.
billwfriend
billwfriend
I have diverticulitis myself...but it flairs up in frequently...
Begogonian
Begogonian
Hi Dianne,

Sorry to hear...I suffered from diverticulitis before and along with my diet change (breads, cheese, etc) I learned to treat it with Fibers, lots of water, or Mylanta to keep the system flowing. It's been a couple of years since I stopped suffering. Be careful with certain meds as well. Some pain and depression pills enhance constipation.

I also learned to relax by breathing deeply from my stomach for a few minutes. It allows me to shift and keep above major mental thoughts that affect my well being. You have a lot of things tangled up and its your body reacting to so much you're going through - A lot of stress!!! Keep sharing and letting it out my friend.

Hugs
BlueYonderDreams
BlueYonderDreams
I'm sorry you've had a bad week especially this new diagnosis.

(((hugs)))
ericmontgomery0789
ericmontgomery0789
I suggest you try to experiment / create new combinations / alternatives in your diet so you won't get disappointed.
LuvMyTitans
LuvMyTitans
Bless your sweet heart Diane.

I'm so sorry you're going through all of this. I hope you feel better soon.

((((((((((( hugs )))))))))))

LMT
Heidiclark
Heidiclark
Diane, sorry about all of the problems, especially the health issues. And yes food is such a comfort.
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