Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Support Group

This community is a place where members can discuss current events and weigh in on what's going on in the world.

984 Members
21,470 Posts
0 Online
Brain & Nervous System
/ Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Support Group

Diverticulitis anybody?

deleted_user
deleted_user
I've never really had these problems before, but shortly after my diagnosis and my flare-up, I was diagnosed with painful diverticulitis. I spent 4 days in the hospital on pain meds and on antibiotics. I now have the same pains again (milder and I'm seeing my primary doctor tomorrow). I was wondering if anybody has had this happen to them and if it could be related to MS? I couldn't really find anything about it with MS, but then a lot of the posts I read and symptoms you can't find on some sites either. So, I thought I'd ask.

Thanks!
deleted_user
deleted_user
hi there critin im sorry i cannot advice u much hun about this as i have been dx with the same thing the morning and givin antibiotics shewanted me to go into hospital i said no lol lol i only been out of that place just over 2 weeks she did say u need a to eat a low fiber diet i dont know if u know this or not but if i find anything about it being a m.s sym i will let u now good luck and hope u feel better soon love lizxxxx
deleted_user
deleted_user
sorry love i spelt your name wrong its christin rite i got it now lol
deleted_user
deleted_user
Some tricks we learned when my grandmother had this recently were:
1. drink lots of water to keep your system flushed
2. eat lower fiber food
3. chew your food really well - 20 times per bite

Diverticulitis happens when a particle of food becomes lodged in the folds of your intestinal track. I think the water is probably one of the best appoaches because it can help to keep the food moving through.

Good luck, and feel better.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Thank you. And I did get antibiotics this morning and started them already. Pain is becoming an issue somewhat, thankfully I have pain meds. And I will discuss this with my neuro as well.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I was diagnosed with diverticulitis when I was 28, am 52 now. Insidious little pockets that develop down there, that can trap things, mostly things that don't digest or pass thru. The biggest relief I was able to give myself from this condition, was the elimination of Black Pepper from my diet. Small seeds are not good either. I could be wrong, but I think high fiber would be good, not giving things time to hang around.

But for sure Black Pepper should be a no-no.
Posts You May Be Interested In
  • irishwriter

    come unwind in the bp lounge

    Posted by: irishwriter
    Last Reply: irishwriter
    7916
    theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
  • Rizen

    Walk a Day

    Posted by: Rizen
    Last Reply: Rizen
    1883
    I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...