Diverticulitis Support Group
Diverticulitis is a common disease of the bowel, in particular the large intestine. Diverticulitis develops from diverticulosis, which involves the formation of pouches on the outside of the colon. Diverticulitis results if one of these diverticula becomes inflamed. Diverticulitis most often affects middle-aged and elderly persons, though it can strike younger patients as...
I am on my 8 of 10th day of treatment for flare with flagyl and cipro...very uncomfortable pain in back and lower abdomen. Discomfort in my left side has gone. I read somewhere that laying down is better than sitting...which could be true...however I have a bad back and wonder about spending more time in bed than necessary
I hope you are feeling much better now. I have found that bed rest helps me feel better, 15 to 20 minutes. Walking also helps relieve pain. I usually walk in the house and set the timer for 10 to 20 minutes. I also find that listening to meditation cds help me sleep better at night and help calm anxiety. Best wishes to you and your recovery.