diverticulitis

[granny grump]

I have had diarrhoea for 3 days . No other symptoms other than griping pains. I don't appear to have a temperature or feel sick but I need to go about every 30 mins.

I have been diagnosed with diverticulitis - is this likely to be related?

[owdhamer]

If you are worried go back to your GP and tell about your concerns.

[granny grump]

I am going to go tomorrow thank you

[MASS1961]

Looking on wiki, diverticulitis is linked with diarrhoea and is caused by, amongst other things, a low fibre diet. Higher fibre diet is suggested but a visit to you GP would be a good idea.

[Sqad]

It might be......unusual, but it might be.

I would have thought that an infection is a more likely cause, but give it the "full week" and if it doesn't get better, then see you GP.

[Mosaic]

Before you launch into any specific diet, you need help to work out what is triggering your episodes. It is likely to be stress alongside something else which might range from animal fats to husks on seeds and pulses - I'm speaking from experience of a family member.
The nature of the diverticula - the little baggy pouches that develop in the bowel - means that waste can literally become trapped and infections can result, so do as others have said and get yourself examined.
Good luck and get well soon.

[cathfromsaron]

could be something, anything or nothing ... good luck with the GP and don't be fobbed off!

[granny grump]

Managed to get an appointment with the doctor 0840 this morning - that was a a bonus - they have started an 'on the day' appointments.
Dr has prescribed Loperamide; 48 hour fast; plenty of fluid and sent a sample for testing. Must say that I am feeling slightly better today but I am pleased that I was able to get into see the Dr. Thank you all for your input - Hopefully back to work tomorrow

[Sqad]

granny....feedback much appreciated.

[granny grump]

Your welcome - he requested the sample to determine if it is viral of bacterial diarrhoea

[Sqad]

granny....yepp! seems reasonable.

[granny grump]

Had my test results back and it is campylla bacta. I thought that this included onickness and high temperature but I had neither and I'm back on top form. I think I was particularly lucky, but I can't pinpoint what caused it

[Sqad]

Thanks for the feedback.....much appreciated.