I had my first diverticulitis attack at age 40.I never had another attack for 10 years.Then at 50 years old I had another attack. After that I started having attacks once a year. By the time I turned 57, I started having attacks more frequently that lasted about 3- 5 days. The last 3 years I had been having attacks closer together,( every other month). The last attack lasted 2 weeks, so I decided to see a surgeon. I too was admitted to the hospital for 3 weeks NPO with TPN and antibiotics 24/7.After 3 weeks I had robotic surgery, by Dr Al-Azzawi. I am 2 weeks post operative and I feel so much better and feel like I have my life back.
The patient had a very fortunate but also very atypical experience. She got lucky finding a doctor to truly help her instead of the doctors in the first hospital who insisted on their misdiagnosis which is what typically happens. How she even got to stay in the first hospital for a month without her insurance kicking her out, baffles me. And then the huge hassle of getting approved to change hospitals in that condition. The medical community really does not understand diverticular problems since it's only recently become such a big problem. The advice changes almost annually - don't eat nuts, ok you can eat nuts. Have surgery, no don't have surgery. Antibiotics, yes or no. "The system" is really letting us down, and pushing blame back to the patient about "being their own best advocate" really is a cop-out.
Thank you all for an excellent presentation, especially Dr Childs, who answered my questions not addressed elsewhere. I have viewed many overviews, medical discussions etc on this subject, and honestly some were unintelligible, or just way too technical. Dr Childs is the only surgeon to say “don’t be scared”. Thank you!
“…the bag is not a big deal…” from someone who has never had one..!! It WAS a big deal, I had leakage that literally burned the skin 😂where the bag attaches, painful not to mention problems thereafter with getting good seal when change. Dealing with feces like that, i was very active outdoors swimming, gardening etc and had to hide a bag……then faced another surgeon when i had healed enough to have take-down surgery who actually suggested i just live with the bag!!! “Looks like you re doing ok with it” he said to me!! Was told after the emergency open colectomy that I could have stoma repaired after 3 months, I had to wait 5 months due to covid (which shut down my hospital to visitors and elective surgeries day 2 after the emerg surgery) but am so glad I insisted upon the repair. Cannot imagine having lived with colostomy a day longer than I absolutely had to!!
I’m so glad I found this video. Thank you all so much. Last week I spent five days and four nights in the hospital emergency room to make shift ward. It was living hell over New Year’s. Never been hospitalized before scared to death. Thinking I’m gonna have to get a colostomy bag. Seen by many doctors none of whom had the expertise. Luckily I have a colon and rectal surgeon I used to see for ulcerative colitis 17 years ago when I went into remission and I’m going to see him today I feel so much better after watching your video thank you so much. This was the biggest scare of my life. I’m 58 years old and I’ve never had any health issues or surgery before other than ulcerative colitis in my 20s and 30s due to taking tetracycline at the time which destroyed my natural digestive bacteria. When I took that for acne in my 20s, thank you again.
Just found this video after 2 weeks in hospital and now 3 weeks home. No clue about diverticulitis and barely any symptoms. My intermittent pain was on my right side and I unknowingly thought it had something to do with my appendix. Wish I had seen this video early on - would have alleviated a great deal of anxiety and provided me with information with which to question my doctors a little more in depth! Thank you so much, Ladies!😍🇨🇦
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad to hear the video provided helpful information, and we understand how stressful it can be to navigate health issues like diverticulitis. It’s great that you're feeling more informed now-don’t hesitate to ask your doctors any questions you have as you continue your recovery. Wishing you all the best as you heal!
This is a really good video that explains every very well. Thank you Dr. Childs & Dr. Khan for putting this together. I am in awe of your commitment to making the world a better place. Thank you also to Tammi for sharing your story.
Very interesting but is as concerning as it is heartening. The patient is very fortunate to have had the wherewithal and resources to find a doc with the competence to correctly diagnose and successfully treat her condition and to be able to transfer to another hospital to do that. I’m glad. Many Americans would not realistically have that as an option. There do indeed seem to be great options available for this condition but unfortunately much more available to some more than others…
Thank you for pointing that out. It's a very sad truth and it's a shame. I really appreciate the information from this video and the people on it conveying an important message. However, when the patient talked about how she was able to find the good doctor and with her help was able to heal her and to further become friends. Only thing came to mind was money and great resources. Very unfortunate for the masses. A innocent man can end up in jail for life, while a wealthy stone cold criminal with endless resources will be free as a bird. Life is so unfair. Nonetheless, the video is awesome and so are the people in it.
@@nicenslow45My hope for the future is that mankind starts realizing exactly how important and unique each individual really is. I wish people loved others instead of just themselves.💞
This was just excellent! I have diverticulitis right now. And, this video was so helpful. It took some of the fear I was having away. Thanks for posting this. I wish Dr Childs was in my area. I’d go to her toot sweet ! ( tout de suite )
Your video presentation was amazing. Thank you for bringing awareness to diverticulitis. I have been suffering for at least six months with pain primarily in my lower left quadrant that also spreads across my bladder. The bulging pressure pushes on my bladder causing pee to pour down my legs upon standing. I've seen my PCP, urologist, gastroenterologist and next visit is with a pelvic physical therapist. My gastroenterologist thinks it's a pelvic prolapse. My gastro PA also ordered a special SIBO test because she thinks I have small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. She diagnosed me with constipation and said to take Miralax and come back in a month! I also have IBS, diverticulosis and stage 3 chronic kidney disease. I'm 72, female and I am worn out from seeing so many specialists and who can't figure out what's going on. All my tests are normal. Even my Cystoscopy, ultrasound and cat scan and blood work are normal. This morning I woke up in worse pain in my lower level side and low abdominal area. It is bulging and making it hard to walk, bend or lift. I have 101.9°and I can't eat because it causes explosive painful diarrhea. I wish I could find a doctor who could help me up here in Oregon.😢
I went in ER on 05/22/22 with extreme pain. After about 3 hrs, my pain level calmed to a 9 and I was taken into surgery. Surgeon removed 6" to 8 " of my colon just above my rectum. Found out that I had a severe perferated colon. A temporary colostomy was put in place. I was very pleased to listen to this interview with Tracey Childs, MD. This was very helpful. Now I am told that the temp colostomy is to allow the healing of the sections where separated. This will allow strength for re-connecting the two sections. But I heard Tami Leader Fuller say she had almost my same surgery and immediate rejoining of the colon sections. No colostomy bag. Maybe mine was too weak to join. I am told that because of the extreme infection, I am to not be very active for weeks. This was very helpful. Thank you.
Glad I found this extremely interesting educational and re assuring . I work in health service so trying to educate to hopefully prevent hospital admission although I work in one I prefer not to be on the other side 😅
So glad I watched this video. I had the abdominal pain for several months with constipation. It got so bad I called 911 and ended up in a very busy ER where patients were sitting in a long hallway because there were no rooms available. I got a CT scan and diagnosed with Diverticulitis. Took antibiotics 7 days and the pain has improved but not gone. Still constipation was an issue. Doc put me on Miralax and this made things worse. Had abdominal X-Ray today for possible blockage. Tomorrow is Saturday. So here sits this 82 year. Old retired RN waiting to see what happens next. 😩
I'm so glad I came across this video. I have had Diverticulitis flare-ups off and on over the past several years. The antibiotics I was given in the past always cleared it up. I was in the hospital about 3 weeks ago for a flare. I had gone to my doctor the previous week and she gave me 2 powerful antibiotics to take as she had done in the past. I took them faithfully for 6 days and nothing changed. I went to the ER where they did blood work and a CT Scan. They found it was the Diverticulitis which had not improved. They put me on IV's of antibiotics and fluids for 3 days. I am feeling so much better now and am eating more fiber as they advised.
I had surgery a yr ago.. a few things my Dr. Has prescribed for me.. miralax daily.. I mix it in my morning coffee.. it has no taste.. along with taking Metamucil daily.. eating plenty of apples. Brocolli...etc.. best wishes to you.. it isn't a fun disease..
Wonderful Video and absolutely nails the symptoms. I was just released from the hospital yesterday after 3 days following my first episode. Lower left pain and above bladder .CT scan showed microperforation. Sent home on a Liquid diet and to be reevaluated next week.
I’m in hospital right now June 2nd 2023, in the UK. Within 3 days the Doctors here have said… IBD, diverticulitis, Crohn’s disease… I can’t have an colonoscopy until the ‘infection’ has gone, pains mostly on my right side an middy abdomen. I’m in immense pain. On a antibiotic drip twice a day (day 3) pain is not going away, 🤦🏻♀️😢😢
This was so eye opening! This is why you HAVE to research any diagnosis, it’s literally life saving! I am fresh out of ER with gallbladder pains(I have gallstones) and after CT it was diverticulitis that was making me very uncomfortable. I didn’t have pain just very very uncomfortable and switch sides all the time. Still on antibiotics but scared for the future. This eased my mind and know there is hope Thanks!
We are so happy you enjoyed, MarcieJade! We thank you for sharing about your experiences and are glad that our discussion gave you some peace of mind. We wish you all the best.
I did a gallbladder flush 20 years ago after having a lot of gallbladder pain. Thankfully I haven't had issues since. It's worth a try and it can't hurt. It's not pleasant to suck down a bunch of olive oil and lemon juice, but it's better than surgery. You can google the recipe if you are interested.
I just found out that I have 33 mm sized gallstones and hundreds of small ones. I feel pressure in my right rib cage, my upper right shoulder and behind my right ear hurts all the time. Prior to the hospital finding the gall stones by a CT scan looking for intestine damage from CDIFF from antibiotics they thought I had diverticulitis 6 months ago but ruled it out. Now I just got gassy, then horrible lower left stomach pain, no fever. Doctor with no CT scan diagnosed me with diverticulitis. I said no to the antibiotics metronidazole which has bad side effects. I am bone brothing and made some healing tea. I hope it works, but I am more concerned about the gall bladder. The gastrologist sad that they won't shrink them or blast them, I have to wait for an attack, then he wants to take it out. I want to save my gall bladder because without one autoimmune disease is next.
I need your help. I’m in Memphis tn. I suffer all the time. I’ve almost died I was suptic and had to have abdominal surgery and I’ve been hospitalized. I know at least 15 times in my history of this and I’m only 40 years old. I am sick now with an episode and nothing seems to be helping up and running fever since 28 January and it’s now 5 February my stomach feels like it’s a battle going on inside of me and I’ve been trying to use the restroom with little to no luck even with laxatives and MiraLAX. I’ve also been taking Cipro Flagyl since Friday, 2 February.
Interesting. I was 77 y/o male In good health then had pains. Was scanned & operated on in less than 24 hrs.Had stomer and bag and in Hospital for 17 days. I had home nursing (I live alone) for ten months.After six months I was well enough for a reversal but had to wait another two. Reversal succesful 8 hrs surgery and about another eight months to be able say I had completely recovered.I had no alergies or other issues fortunatly. Left with a paunch I did not have before and a stomach that looks like a model train track. That is my experince. I like to say I could not have got through it with out the Nurses - Special people and of cause the medical profession. Good luck to anyone facing this but remember there are worse things one can have. Cheers from Australia
Being a patient of diverticulitis what helps me is 30 minutes walking on a treadmill, drinking tea's and only eating soft foods Apple sauce, Jello, Boiled eggs, no Meat whatsoever nothing hard. Only soft foods
I took acidophilus right after I found out I had Diverticulitis. Anytime I get pain I take acidophilus. I got C diff from antibiotics and acidophilus helped with that.
Thank you, Dr. Childs, Dr. Khan, and Ms. Fuller, for sharing your knowledge and this story. My attack of diverticulitis came about 3 weeks ago. I am still recovering on a low fiber diet before transitioning hopefully to a normal high fiber diet. The doctor at the ER told me I probably had diverticula for a while (maybe years). That is discouraging because nobody told me after my multiple colonoscopies that I had diverticulosis and to be aware of possible diverticulitis. I had several polyps a few years ago but no mention of diverticula. The CAT scan confirmed diverticulitis for which they put me on outpatient treatment of two antibiotics - cefdinir and metronidazole. The cramps are gone but my stools are not back to normal and I still have numerous bowel movements per day - all urgent and small in size. This is not normal. I suspect this is a long term result of one or both antibiotics. Hopefully this feeling I need to poop all the time goes away soon. I have been done with the antibiotics for two weeks now but the side effects on the pharmacy med sheet said cefdinir could cause diarrhea for weeks or months after usage! Maybe when I get back to a "normal" diet and am further removed from these meds, I will feel better. I do not want more antibiotics that is for sure. I have been taking more probiotics than my usual amount to replace the good flora killed off by the antibiotics. I have to be patient I guess.
@@shar7508 Probiotics and Apple Cider Vinegar. Otherwise you want a high fiber diet AFTER you have recovered from a diverticulitis attack. You want your colon to heal first.
Thank you for such a great instructional video - I am currently experiencing a bout of acute diverticulitis and on two rounds of antibiotics which seem to have had some impact. I was scared about the possibility of surgery and a colostomy bag - but now, I am more relieved. Hopefully, Kaiser Permamanente has robotic surgery equipment and a surgeon as skilled and experienced as Dr Childs. Thank you all - I am much more relieved.
I'm going through it at the moment. Hospitalized ! New findings are that seeds & nuts etc, DOES NOT cause it; but they don't help it either !! I can't eat nuts & seeds, so I know that it wasn't caused by that !! They are still finding new findings on this !!
What a fantastic video and absolutely stunning information. I’m 65 years old. My brother and my dad both have had diverticulitis. Both of them I’ve had surgeries with bags. I’ve never ever had stomach issues until this past week. All of a sudden my left side just went into complete pain. I was up all night long with pain. The next morning I felt better felt a little weak. I’m continuing to get better each day. I’ve never had a fever, I had that pain in my left side in the lower abdomen, and when I would lay in bed on my left side, it would hurt. I called my little brother that had just recently had surgery four months ago. He said those are the exact same symptoms that I had. He dealt with it for 20 years.! Thank you for making this video!
A CT scan X-ray found mine I didn't have many of these symptoms I was in ER for stomach problem..2 doctors insisted I enter the hospital for treatment.
I'm so so worried. I'm on infection number three after a major attack in April of 2020. So, four total in this short period of time. I'm 50 and I'm deathly afraid of a bag! I feel like it would end a lot of dreams for me and also be a horrible thing to add to marriage. I can give up any foods, lose weight, but don't ask me to get a bag. Hoping my specialist is as good as you sound! :) My doc isn't so good. He just puts me on Cipro and Flagyl. Two meds that make me feel worse than the pain of Diverticulitis! Not loving life these days! PS: The hospital stay, I DID NOT have a fever, yet was very sick! You don't get a fever every time you have an infection. If you body isn't even trying to fight an infection, no fever.
@@gabyd5662 Thanks Gaby! I've been very lucky so far over the summer! Knock on wood! Hoping to get a check up early 2023 to see how things look and if any healing took place. Who knows. I can't believe it just vanished.
This is a great video! Thank you! About three days ago, I started experiencing all these symptoms exactly as described. Fever, pressure on urinating 25 times per day with a sensation of pulling, weak stream, exhaustion, pain on left but really in middle. I think it really started two weeks ago when I couldn’t find a bathroom, when I finally found one, I was actually having the same pain I’m Having today but it felt like a knife and hot coal as I was keeled over just before I found the bathroom. I’ve taken Tylenol, that’s helping with pain a little and with fever. I’m going to the doctor tomorrow to get this checked and see if there’s any new steps. Also, I’m just assuming it’s diverticulitis based on symptoms and need a professional opinion to make sure. Based on everything I’ve read, I hope it is because it seems very manageable.
I had perforated diverticulitis 2 yrs ago, had a bag for four months then a reversal. I urge folks to know having a bag saved my life, and its not that bad, it didnt alter my life for the worse. I now follow a nutritarian diet and the book Eat to Live by Dr Joel Fuhrman changed my Life. Its the American diet thats awful
Thank you for the informative presentation. My Dad is 95 yo and has had diverticulosis for quite a few years. In the past 2 and a half years he has had more severe complications. Every 3 or so months he gets blood in his stool, a good amount. Twice he has lost consciousness in two separate episodes. We assume it is from the blood loss. At the hospital for these times the blood test showed he was severely anemic. He received transfusions and was put on an IV then a liquid diet. He usually stays in the hospital for a week. The past two times he had blood in his stool he did not become anemic. Every time this happens we bring him to the hospital because we don’t know if he is anemic. He always stays in for a week to make sure he stops bleeding and is not anemic. Of course, he is 95. The doctors say the only thing they can do is surgery, but they won’t because he is 95. Is there anything else we can do to avoid the hospital stay when this occurs. It seems if we knew that he was not anemic he would heal on his own. One of the times they went straight to a regular diet and he healed. Thank you for your time. Best, Glen
How can I get the info on enhanced recovery pathways to give to my surgeon? I might be having sigmoidectomy soon . I'm 65 and terrified. Had a hysterectomy in 2017 and it did NOT go well!
I have had diverticulosis for over 20 years. I have had2 bad flare ups, which were thankfully treated with antibiotics. I have found that a daily multistrain probbiotic and making sure never to get constipated is important. Also, I am very careful to watch my diet. No tomato seeds, def no nuts are important.
I’m so happy I found this video. I was having all the symptoms and was telling my primary dr but nothing was done not even a blood test and I went to the walking clinic and told the dr the same the pulling and running to pee, fever, and the painful area and I even requested a ct scan bcz I was feeling terrible and got told that I didn’t need a ct scan and got send home with a prescription for urinate infection without having an infection to quiet me down. I got very sick running again to the bathroom for 4 days went to see my regular dr n nothing was done again running to the bathroom for 4 days n I called the Gastro dr to let them know and requested an office visit n after i explain again my situation and she send me to get a ct scan bcz I couldn’t hold the nausea, pain, body weakness, plus diarrhea. They finally did the ct scan and found out the problem diverticulitis got a antibiotic for 7days after I finished all came back called dr and she prescribed another different antibiotics for 7 days I just finished then, still feeling weird and pain is slowly coming back. Im waiting until I get worse to go to the ER. I still have hope to start feeling as a normal normal person again.
We're so happy to hear you found this information helpful! If you are in need of further medical attention, don't hesitate to visit your nearest emergency department.
This was very helpful. Thank you. I had my first colonoscopy 15 yrs ago and they told me there were diverticula present and sent me home w a list of what not to eat. Yes, nuts and popcorn was a big part) My last colonoscopy 4 yrs ago was clear. 2 months ago I started getting unbelievable pain throughout the day. It would come on and last 5 -20 seconds and subside.This would last like 3-4 days hardly able to work. While at my oncologist appointment, I was telling him this and he sent me to get a CT Scan. Acute Diverticulitis. Gave me antibiotics and I felt better. A week later, have another attack. Lasts about 3 days. And then recently another much worse episode that included fever, intense pain and diarrhea. My PCP ordered another CT scan and it’s still says diverticulitis but not acute. I’m soooo afraid to eat anything to trigger this happening. It’s impossible to work when it occurs. I’m w Scripps in SD and I was fianally able to get a gastroenterologist appt for the end of the month. Hope to get this resolved soon. My left side feels sore constantly. Let me say.. I eat healthy and walk ALOT. Not obese. 🤷♂️
I had a abcess and 4 inches of colon removed a yr ago.. today, i eat a high fiber diet, i take miralax daily..along with Metamucil.. i eat lots of apples, broccoli and nuts.. My Dr..said nuts arent the cause of diverticulitis..that bacteria( poop) gets into the diverticula.. and causes infection.. and im no longer constipated, and hope to never experience that pain again.. I do have to say.. it was the easiest surgery i ever had.. sore as hell.. but much easier than a lot of other surgeries ive had.. muscle relaxers were the best thing to help with the soreness.. best wishes to those going threw this..
I had Gallbladder surgery on September 9th 2024. Then I wound up with diarrhea that I couldn't shut off. So I called 911 because I was so bad it got watery. I was urinating and getting the diarrhea at the same time. Then the thought of getting surgery for the diverticulitis depresses me. I have been sad and depressed about this. The stuff I eat either gives me diarrhea or constipation. I don't know what to eat anymore. Then I don't want surgery because I don't want to wear a consiby bag. One women laughed about it and said how gross. I was upset because that would ruin my quality of life. Before my best friend died she said why do you want to live longer. And I said as long as I could still take care of myself and I stay healthy I don't mind living longer. My best friend died from end stage kidney failure. She has been dead for three years and I have nobody to talk to. I feel like I'm all alone I get shut out by everyone. I do what I can by myself I miss my best friend. We were like sisters and now that she is dead I have nobody to talk to. Because my best friend was deep and understood me.
We are sorry to hear this as it all sounds incredibly overwhelming. Dealing with health issues, especially after surgery, can be both physically and emotionally draining. It’s completely understandable that you’re feeling sad and worried about the future, especially without your best friend by your side. It sounds like she was a huge support for you, and we can imagine how much you miss her. Please know that you're not alone, even though it may feel that way right now. There are people who care, and it’s okay to reach out for support-whether it’s from a doctor, counselor, or support group. Your health journey is important, and it's okay to take it one step at a time. Be kind to yourself, and don't hesitate to seek help if you need it. Please feel free to check out some of our resources here, work2bewell.org/w2bw-resources/
Thank God for Dr. Childs! Does someone who has an actual bout of diverticulitis once a month that gets better with oral antibiotics necessarily need surgery? Do repeat infections cause scare tissue? Thank you!
Once a month? That is a lot. I had surgery after about 10 ep. None for 5 years.. now had 1/yr for 3 yrs.. and 2 in the last few months. Never sure what exactly caused the flares :(
I am having robotic surgery in 6 days. My colon issues started at 19, many different diagnoses IBS Microscopic colitis, ulcerated colitis. I am 73 and recently 3 months of diarrhea and pain. Not constipation. Eventually they found CDIF and I was on several antibiotics. Entered the hospital thru the ER and spent 10 days there. they found CDIF diverticulitis. Did the CDIF infection cause the damage? I have a drain into an abscess on my bladder, one on my left ovary and a fistula. Will I still have the attacks of cramping, diarrhea nausea? I have been taken to the ER 3 times in the last 10 years after an attack so dehydrated they could not find a pulse.
I couldn't find any information about CDIFF diverticulitis is there a such thing? Because last year I was healthy, until a dog bite. The doctors gave me multiple antibiotics, so I got CDIFF in March of this year. In July after I finally repaired my gut. I got bit again, way more antibiotics because the dogs bite had a dangerous bacteria, even intravenous antibiotics on top of pills. That was last July. Now this week pain lower left stomach, felt alot like CDIFF cramps but very tender. Doctor without a CT scan says that I have diverticulitis. I have been wondering if those bad toxin A and B were never destroyed and they have multiplied and are eating my stomach lining and intestines, being the standard of practice is not to test again?
My mom is suffering with this condition, she is 70 years old she was at the ER at providence on Burbank they gave her antibióticos and she was a little bit better but and a month after she has to go again to ER and again gave her more antibiotics for 14 days she is on 7 days with antibiotics and she doesn’t feel good and she still have pain, please help me where can I found this doctor, I want to help my mom but I don’t know what I have to do, thank you
Hello, Carmina. If your mother is suffering with medical issues, we would recommend contacting her primary care provider and/or visiting the nearest emergency department.
Does Dr. Childe do phone appointments or zoom? I am suffering for too long. I am scheduled for a colonoscopy and endoscopy this Wednesday, but I’m in pain. Is it safe to go ahead with the tests? I heard it could be a problem. And thank you for such a great video. If I have to, I’ll get on a plane and try to see Dr. Childe.
Hello, Ann. We are unable to give medical advice via social media. We recommend contacting the facility in which your procedures are schedule with, for further inquiries.
This is a great video. I am dealing with this and am in Oklahoma. Any advice on a good surgeon you would consider referring me to? Any advice would be appreciated.
My sister had emergency surgery due to this issue about 4 years ago. They put in a colostomy and told her she couldn’t have it reversed because she would just need to have another stoma later. Out of fear she had lived with the stoma for almost 5 years now. Does this mean she will live this way for the rest of her life or is there a chance she could get it reversed?
Is it ok to eat meat? i have been eating meat every day I have been on a real food diet since I came out of hospital. Meat chicken eggs,fruit like paw paw, kiwi fruit blueberries watermelon sweet potato only with the first meal, and lactose organic yogurt. I feel great back in the gym after a few weeks resting And one teaspoon ACV with a meal and 1 teaspoon of MCT oil I am drinking lots of water
We love to hear that you are doing well and feeling great! We would suggest contacting your PCP for further details on specific diets and recommendations that would work well for you.
Fever is an unreliable symptom, I don't run fevers , usually. Even when seriously ill. And body temp below , I think, 96.7 , is a sign of sepsis. There are common symptoms, but if you only rely on the most common ones, people die.
I just had my conoscopy last April 13, 2022 and the result is I have a diverticulosis and made me scared. I was glad I was able to open this presentation and it had eased my mind. It was very educational and how I wish I can meet Dr. Chide in person. Thank you very much for this presentation.
I am three weeks post colon resection surgery after a smoldering diagnosis...resistant to antibiotics. Still have pain in the lowest incision esp when getting out of bed or getting off the sofa. The biggest complaint is the increase in bowel movements...10-16 a day. Not diarrhea, just more movement that is borderline too hard and difficult to move it out. Would love to talk to others who have been through this and have solved it.
10-16 a day! How are you even managing. Travel and going to work would almost be out of the question. Are you doing better these days? I have this surgery coming up in a couple of months.
@@whales302 it will be a year at the end of Sept since my surgery. The movements have decreased in number but still not gotten back to normal...as in pain when I have a bowel movement that lingers after, smaller and stringy bowel movements with occasional diarrhea. I firmly believe that this is my new normal. They won't tell me how much they removed....maybe they took out more than I thought. Ask for this information!
I had my first diverticulitis attack at age 40.I never had another attack for 10 years.Then at 50 years old I had another attack. After that I started having attacks once a year. By the time I turned 57, I started having attacks more frequently that lasted about 3- 5 days. The last 3 years I had been having attacks closer together,( every other month). The last attack lasted 2 weeks, so I decided to see a surgeon. I too was admitted to the hospital for 3 weeks NPO with TPN and antibiotics 24/7.After 3 weeks I had robotic surgery, by Dr Al-Azzawi. I am 2 weeks post operative and I feel so much better and feel like I have my life back.
Wow! We are so happy to hear your success story! Our hearts are full reading testimonies like yours.
Very pleased for you!
The patient had a very fortunate but also very atypical experience. She got lucky finding a doctor to truly help her instead of the doctors in the first hospital who insisted on their misdiagnosis which is what typically happens. How she even got to stay in the first hospital for a month without her insurance kicking her out, baffles me. And then the huge hassle of getting approved to change hospitals in that condition.
The medical community really does not understand diverticular problems since it's only recently become such a big problem. The advice changes almost annually - don't eat nuts, ok you can eat nuts. Have surgery, no don't have surgery. Antibiotics, yes or no. "The system" is really letting us down, and pushing blame back to the patient about "being their own best advocate" really is a cop-out.
Thank you all for an excellent presentation, especially Dr Childs, who answered my questions not addressed elsewhere. I have viewed many overviews, medical discussions etc on this subject, and honestly some were unintelligible, or just way too technical. Dr Childs is the only surgeon to say “don’t be scared”. Thank you!
“…the bag is not a big deal…” from someone who has never had one..!! It WAS a big deal, I had leakage that literally burned the skin 😂where the bag attaches, painful not to mention problems thereafter with getting good seal when change. Dealing with feces like that, i was very active outdoors swimming, gardening etc and had to hide a bag……then faced another surgeon when i had healed enough to have take-down surgery who actually suggested i just live with the bag!!! “Looks like you re doing ok with it” he said to me!! Was told after the emergency open colectomy that I could have stoma repaired after 3 months, I had to wait 5 months due to covid (which shut down my hospital to visitors and elective surgeries day 2 after the emerg surgery) but am so glad I insisted upon the repair. Cannot imagine having lived with colostomy a day longer than I absolutely had to!!
I’m so glad I found this video. Thank you all so much. Last week I spent five days and four nights in the hospital emergency room to make shift ward. It was living hell over New Year’s. Never been hospitalized before scared to death. Thinking I’m gonna have to get a colostomy bag. Seen by many doctors none of whom had the expertise. Luckily I have a colon and rectal surgeon I used to see for ulcerative colitis 17 years ago when I went into remission and I’m going to see him today I feel so much better after watching your video thank you so much. This was the biggest scare of my life. I’m 58 years old and I’ve never had any health issues or surgery before other than ulcerative colitis in my 20s and 30s due to taking tetracycline at the time which destroyed my natural digestive bacteria. When I took that for acne in my 20s, thank you again.
We're so glad to hear you found this helpful! Thank you for sharing.
So much information and perfectly presented in this video by the participants. I thank you so much.
Just found this video after 2 weeks in hospital and now 3 weeks home. No clue about diverticulitis and barely any symptoms. My intermittent pain was on my right side and I unknowingly thought it had something to do with my appendix. Wish I had seen this video early on - would have alleviated a great deal of anxiety and provided me with information with which to question my doctors a little more in depth! Thank you so much, Ladies!😍🇨🇦
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad to hear the video provided helpful information, and we understand how stressful it can be to navigate health issues like diverticulitis. It’s great that you're feeling more informed now-don’t hesitate to ask your doctors any questions you have as you continue your recovery. Wishing you all the best as you heal!
This is a really good video that explains every very well. Thank you Dr. Childs & Dr. Khan for putting this together. I am in awe of your commitment to making the world a better place. Thank you also to Tammi for sharing your story.
We're so glad you found it helpful, Rushty!
Very interesting but is as concerning as it is heartening. The patient is very fortunate to have had the wherewithal and resources to find a doc with the competence to correctly diagnose and successfully treat her condition and to be able to transfer to another hospital to do that. I’m glad. Many Americans would not realistically have that as an option. There do indeed seem to be great options available for this condition but unfortunately much more available to some more than others…
Thank you for pointing that out. It's a very sad truth and it's a shame. I really appreciate the information from this video and the people on it conveying an important message. However, when the patient talked about how she was able to find the good doctor and with her help was able to heal her and to further become friends. Only thing came to mind was money and great resources. Very unfortunate for the masses. A innocent man can end up in jail for life, while a wealthy stone cold criminal with endless resources will be free as a bird. Life is so unfair. Nonetheless, the video is awesome and so are the people in it.
@@nicenslow45My hope for the future is that mankind starts realizing exactly how important and unique each individual really is. I wish people loved others instead of just themselves.💞
This was just excellent! I have diverticulitis right now. And, this video was so helpful. It took some of the fear I was having away. Thanks for posting this. I wish Dr Childs was in my area. I’d go to her toot sweet ! ( tout de suite )
We are so happy to hear that you found this discussion informative, Evy. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences. ❤️ ❤️
How are you doing?
Same
Very informative. Thank you so much Dr. Child's and Dr. KHAN. Thanks Tammi for sharing your story.
My husband has diverticulosis and while seeds and nuts may not have caused his condition, they do aggrevate it. He found this out by trial and error.
Your video presentation was amazing. Thank you for bringing awareness to diverticulitis. I have been suffering for at least six months with pain primarily in my lower left quadrant that also spreads across my bladder. The bulging pressure pushes on my bladder causing pee to pour down my legs upon standing. I've seen my PCP, urologist, gastroenterologist and next visit is with a pelvic physical therapist. My gastroenterologist thinks it's a pelvic prolapse. My gastro PA also ordered a special SIBO test because she thinks I have small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. She diagnosed me with constipation and said to take Miralax and come back in a month! I also have IBS, diverticulosis and stage 3 chronic kidney disease. I'm 72, female and I am worn out from seeing so many specialists and who can't figure out what's going on. All my tests are normal. Even my Cystoscopy, ultrasound and cat scan and blood work are normal. This morning I woke up in worse pain in my lower level side and low abdominal area. It is bulging and making it hard to walk, bend or lift. I have 101.9°and I can't eat because it causes explosive painful diarrhea. I wish I could find a doctor who could help me up here in Oregon.😢
I went in ER on 05/22/22 with extreme pain. After about 3 hrs, my pain level calmed to a 9 and I was taken into surgery. Surgeon removed 6" to 8 " of my colon just above my rectum. Found out that I had a severe perferated colon. A temporary colostomy was put in place. I was very pleased to listen to this interview with Tracey Childs, MD. This was very helpful. Now I am told that the temp colostomy is to allow the healing of the sections where separated. This will allow strength for re-connecting the two sections. But I heard Tami Leader Fuller say she had almost my same surgery and immediate rejoining of the colon sections. No colostomy bag. Maybe mine was too weak to join. I am told that because of the extreme infection, I am to not be very active for weeks. This was very helpful. Thank you.
We are glad you found this information helpful, Richard! Thank you for sharing about your experience with us.
I just went thru samething brother ...I feel like I just survived a Ukraine war shootout
STRESS was contributing factor in my diverticulitis.
Thank you for sharing your testimony, Brian. We hope you enjoyed this discussion.
mine too!
Glad I found this extremely interesting educational and re assuring . I work in health service so trying to educate to hopefully prevent hospital admission although I work in one I prefer not to be on the other side 😅
Thank you for a great educational presentation.
So glad I watched this video. I had the abdominal pain for several months with constipation. It got so bad I called 911 and ended up in a very busy ER where patients were sitting in a long hallway because there were no rooms available. I got a CT scan and diagnosed with Diverticulitis. Took antibiotics 7 days and the pain has improved but not gone. Still constipation was an issue. Doc put me on Miralax and this made things worse. Had abdominal X-Ray today for possible blockage. Tomorrow is Saturday. So here sits this 82 year. Old retired RN waiting to see what happens next. 😩
❤
I'm so glad I came across this video. I have had Diverticulitis flare-ups off and on over the past several years. The antibiotics I was given in the past always cleared it up. I was in the hospital about 3 weeks ago for a flare. I had gone to my doctor the previous week and she gave me 2 powerful antibiotics to take as she had done in the past. I took them faithfully for 6 days and nothing changed. I went to the ER where they did blood work and a CT Scan. They found it was the Diverticulitis which had not improved. They put me on IV's of antibiotics and fluids for 3 days. I am feeling so much better now and am eating more fiber as they advised.
I had surgery a yr ago.. a few things my Dr. Has prescribed for me.. miralax daily.. I mix it in my morning coffee.. it has no taste.. along with taking Metamucil daily.. eating plenty of apples. Brocolli...etc.. best wishes to you.. it isn't a fun disease..
@@karenvancamp5364 I take Metamucil each day too. My doctor told me I need to increase my fiber intake. I try to get 20 to 25 grams of fiber each day.
Wonderful Video and absolutely nails the symptoms. I was just released from the hospital yesterday after 3 days following my first episode. Lower left pain and above bladder .CT scan showed microperforation. Sent home on a Liquid diet and to be reevaluated next week.
We are glad that you found this video informative. Sending you well wishes during your recovery.
I’m in hospital right now June 2nd 2023, in the UK.
Within 3 days the Doctors here have said… IBD, diverticulitis, Crohn’s disease…
I can’t have an colonoscopy until the ‘infection’ has gone, pains mostly on my right side an middy abdomen.
I’m in immense pain. On a antibiotic drip twice a day (day 3) pain is not going away, 🤦🏻♀️😢😢
Pray you recovered and are well, how are you doing?
This was so eye opening! This is why you HAVE to research any diagnosis, it’s literally life saving! I am fresh out of ER with gallbladder pains(I have gallstones) and after CT it was diverticulitis that was making me very uncomfortable. I didn’t have pain just very very uncomfortable and switch sides all the time. Still on antibiotics but scared for the future. This eased my mind and know there is hope Thanks!
We are so happy you enjoyed, MarcieJade! We thank you for sharing about your experiences and are glad that our discussion gave you some peace of mind. We wish you all the best.
I did a gallbladder flush 20 years ago after having a lot of gallbladder pain. Thankfully I haven't had issues since. It's worth a try and it can't hurt. It's not pleasant to suck down a bunch of olive oil and lemon juice, but it's better than surgery. You can google the recipe if you are interested.
I just found out that I have 33 mm sized gallstones and hundreds of small ones. I feel pressure in my right rib cage, my upper right shoulder and behind my right ear hurts all the time. Prior to the hospital finding the gall stones by a CT scan looking for intestine damage from CDIFF from antibiotics they thought I had diverticulitis 6 months ago but ruled it out. Now I just got gassy, then horrible lower left stomach pain, no fever. Doctor with no CT scan diagnosed me with diverticulitis. I said no to the antibiotics metronidazole which has bad side effects. I am bone brothing and made some healing tea. I hope it works, but I am more concerned about the gall bladder. The gastrologist sad that they won't shrink them or blast them, I have to wait for an attack, then he wants to take it out. I want to save my gall bladder because without one autoimmune disease is next.
I have pain, on both sides and it switches, but more so on the right. I wonder if I have diverticulitis.
I need your help. I’m in Memphis tn. I suffer all the time. I’ve almost died I was suptic and had to have abdominal surgery and I’ve been hospitalized. I know at least 15 times in my history of this and I’m only 40 years old. I am sick now with an episode and nothing seems to be helping up and running fever since 28 January and it’s now 5 February my stomach feels like it’s a battle going on inside of me and I’ve been trying to use the restroom with little to no luck even with laxatives and MiraLAX. I’ve also been taking Cipro Flagyl since Friday, 2 February.
AWESOME DISCUSSION!! VERY HELPFUL FOR A SOON TO BE COLON SURGERY PATIENT ❤
Thank you very much for your outstanding presentation.
We're happy to hear you enjoyed it, Nilda!
I was having flare ups every 2-3 months and finally had the surgery and it’s the best thing I ever did it changed my life!!!
We love to hear this! Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
Great conversation, I'm going through this now. I wish I could see Dr. Child's. 😀
Interesting. I was 77 y/o male In good health then had pains. Was scanned & operated on in less than 24 hrs.Had stomer and bag and in Hospital for 17 days. I had home nursing (I live alone) for ten months.After six months I was well enough for a reversal but had to wait another two. Reversal succesful 8 hrs surgery and about another eight months to be able say I had completely recovered.I had no alergies or other issues fortunatly. Left with a paunch I did not have before and a stomach that looks like a model train track.
That is my experince. I like to say I could not have got through it with out the Nurses - Special people and of cause the medical profession. Good luck to anyone facing this but remember there are worse things one can have. Cheers from Australia
Being a patient of diverticulitis what helps me is 30 minutes walking on a treadmill, drinking tea's and only eating soft foods Apple sauce, Jello, Boiled eggs, no Meat whatsoever nothing hard. Only soft foods
Thank you.
@@plumeria8357you mean during an attack
Amazing video, so informative.
A colo rectal surgeon told me that acute diverticulitis IS a perforation. Could be micro, but it does mean perforation.
Great video, thanks. Was just diagnosed but I went to the ER immediately. Acute Diverticulitus. So scary!
We're so happy to hear you received immediate care, Lawrence.
I took acidophilus right after I found out I had Diverticulitis. Anytime I get pain I take acidophilus. I got C diff from antibiotics and acidophilus helped with that.
Thank you, Dr. Childs, Dr. Khan, and Ms. Fuller, for sharing your knowledge and this story. My attack of diverticulitis came about 3 weeks ago. I am still recovering on a low fiber diet before transitioning hopefully to a normal high fiber diet. The doctor at the ER told me I probably had diverticula for a while (maybe years). That is discouraging because nobody told me after my multiple colonoscopies that I had diverticulosis and to be aware of possible diverticulitis. I had several polyps a few years ago but no mention of diverticula. The CAT scan confirmed diverticulitis for which they put me on outpatient treatment of two antibiotics - cefdinir and metronidazole. The cramps are gone but my stools are not back to normal and I still have numerous bowel movements per day - all urgent and small in size. This is not normal. I suspect this is a long term result of one or both antibiotics. Hopefully this feeling I need to poop all the time goes away soon. I have been done with the antibiotics for two weeks now but the side effects on the pharmacy med sheet said cefdinir could cause diarrhea for weeks or months after usage! Maybe when I get back to a "normal" diet and am further removed from these meds, I will feel better. I do not want more antibiotics that is for sure. I have been taking more probiotics than my usual amount to replace the good flora killed off by the antibiotics. I have to be patient I guess.
Try phslyium husk.
How are you doing now? What foods and supplements have worked for you? Thanks so much
@@shar7508 Probiotics and Apple Cider Vinegar. Otherwise you want a high fiber diet AFTER you have recovered from a diverticulitis attack. You want your colon to heal first.
@@warben3 thanks! Some docs on YT say to stay away from fiber and go carnivore! So confusing.
@@warben3 do you take ACV every day? How much? Thanks!
Thank you for such a great instructional video - I am currently experiencing a bout of acute diverticulitis and on two rounds of antibiotics which seem to have had some impact. I was scared about the possibility of surgery and a colostomy bag - but now, I am more relieved. Hopefully, Kaiser Permamanente has robotic surgery equipment and a surgeon as skilled and experienced as Dr Childs. Thank you all - I am much more relieved.
How are you feeling?
I had diverticulitis and had emergency surgery. They reconnect you so you'll be ok
@@joemartin9904 Has your bowel movements changed since surgery?
I was having flare ups every 2-3 months and finally had the surgery. It was the best thing I ever did and it changed my life!!!
I was extremely lucky to have found my surgeon! And can you present another show on post surgery relapse
We are so happy to hear this! Thank you for sharing.
Great video ladies. Very informative.
Thank you for watching, Kristy. We are glad you enjoyed.
I'm going through it at the moment. Hospitalized ! New findings are that seeds & nuts etc, DOES NOT cause it; but they don't help it either !! I can't eat nuts & seeds, so I know that it wasn't caused by that !! They are still finding new findings on this !!
Thank you guys for this information great job
👍
Feeling better now thank god
What a fantastic video and absolutely stunning information. I’m 65 years old. My brother and my dad both have had diverticulitis. Both of them I’ve had surgeries with bags. I’ve never ever had stomach issues until this past week. All of a sudden my left side just went into complete pain. I was up all night long with pain. The next morning I felt better felt a little weak. I’m continuing to get better each day. I’ve never had a fever, I had that pain in my left side in the lower abdomen, and when I would lay in bed on my left side, it would hurt. I called my little brother that had just recently had surgery four months ago. He said those are the exact same symptoms that I had. He dealt with it for 20 years.! Thank you for making this video!
We're glad you found it helpful!
A CT scan X-ray found mine I didn't have many of these symptoms I was in ER for stomach problem..2 doctors insisted I enter the hospital for treatment.
Wow, what an amazing surgon. ❤
I'm so so worried. I'm on infection number three after a major attack in April of 2020. So, four total in this short period of time. I'm 50 and I'm deathly afraid of a bag! I feel like it would end a lot of dreams for me and also be a horrible thing to add to marriage. I can give up any foods, lose weight, but don't ask me to get a bag. Hoping my specialist is as good as you sound! :) My doc isn't so good. He just puts me on Cipro and Flagyl. Two meds that make me feel worse than the pain of Diverticulitis! Not loving life these days! PS: The hospital stay, I DID NOT have a fever, yet was very sick! You don't get a fever every time you have an infection. If you body isn't even trying to fight an infection, no fever.
Curious don't quit, it's too soon, take it one day at a time, love you
@@gabyd5662 Thanks Gaby! I've been very lucky so far over the summer! Knock on wood! Hoping to get a check up early 2023 to see how things look and if any healing took place. Who knows. I can't believe it just vanished.
What a very helpful video thank to all 3 pf you xxx
This is a great video! Thank you!
About three days ago, I started experiencing all these symptoms exactly as described. Fever, pressure on urinating 25 times per day with a sensation of pulling, weak stream, exhaustion, pain on left but really in middle. I think it really started two weeks ago when I couldn’t find a bathroom, when I finally found one, I was actually having the same pain I’m
Having today but it felt like a knife and hot coal as I was keeled over just before I found the bathroom. I’ve taken Tylenol, that’s helping with pain a little and with fever.
I’m going to the doctor tomorrow to get this checked and see if there’s any new steps. Also, I’m just assuming it’s diverticulitis based on symptoms and need a professional opinion to make sure. Based on everything I’ve read, I hope it is because it seems very manageable.
We are happy that you found this discussion informative.
Excellent video. Thank you so much for sharing this.
I had perforated diverticulitis 2 yrs ago, had a bag for four months then a reversal. I urge folks to know having a bag saved my life, and its not that bad, it didnt alter my life for the worse. I now follow a nutritarian diet and the book Eat to Live by Dr Joel Fuhrman changed my
Life. Its the American diet thats awful
What a rewarding career, helping people, it would probably very difficult to retire.
Can you tell us what antibiotics are used?
Thank you for the informative presentation. My Dad is 95 yo and has had diverticulosis for quite a few years. In the past 2 and a half years he has had more severe complications. Every 3 or so months he gets blood in his stool, a good amount. Twice he has lost consciousness in two separate episodes. We assume it is from the blood loss. At the hospital for these times the blood test showed he was severely anemic. He received transfusions and was put on an IV then a liquid diet. He usually stays in the hospital for a week. The past two times he had blood in his stool he did not become anemic. Every time this happens we bring him to the hospital because we don’t know if he is anemic. He always stays in for a week to make sure he stops bleeding and is not anemic. Of course, he is 95. The doctors say the only thing they can do is surgery, but they won’t because he is 95.
Is there anything else we can do to avoid the hospital stay when this occurs. It seems if we knew that he was not anemic he would heal on his own. One of the times they went straight to a regular diet and he healed. Thank you for your time.
Best,
Glen
❤️ 👏
@@providence Is there any other course of action we can take, other than going to the hospital, when my Dad gets blood in his stool? Thanks!
Glen
How many episodes of severe diverticulitis do you have to have before surgery is an option?
Hello. Unfortunately we are unable to give medical advice via social media and would suggest contacting your PCP for further options and information.
How can I get the info on enhanced recovery pathways to give to my surgeon? I might be having sigmoidectomy soon . I'm 65 and terrified. Had a hysterectomy in 2017 and it did NOT go well!
I have had diverticulosis for over 20 years. I have had2 bad flare ups, which were thankfully treated with antibiotics.
I have found that a daily multistrain probbiotic and making sure never to get constipated is important.
Also, I am very careful to watch my diet. No tomato seeds, def no nuts are important.
Thank you, Liz! For sharing what works well for you.
I’m so happy I found this video. I was having all the symptoms and was telling my primary dr but nothing was done not even a blood test and I went to the walking clinic and told the dr the same the pulling and running to pee, fever, and the painful area and I even requested a ct scan bcz I was feeling terrible and got told that I didn’t need a ct scan and got send home with a prescription for urinate infection without having an infection to quiet me down. I got very sick running again to the bathroom for 4 days went to see my regular dr n nothing was done again running to the bathroom for 4 days n I called the Gastro dr to let them know and requested an office visit n after i explain again my situation and she send me to get a ct scan bcz I couldn’t hold the nausea, pain, body weakness, plus diarrhea. They finally did the ct scan and found out the problem diverticulitis got a antibiotic for 7days after I finished all came back called dr and she prescribed another different antibiotics for 7 days I just finished then, still feeling weird and pain is slowly coming back. Im waiting until I get worse to go to the ER. I still have hope to start feeling as a normal normal person again.
We're so happy to hear you found this information helpful! If you are in need of further medical attention, don't hesitate to visit your nearest emergency department.
That is horrible the way you were treated! Can’t believe the pain came back. I am so scared of this as I am on my 5th day of antibiotics.
This was very helpful. Thank you. I had my first colonoscopy 15 yrs ago and they told me there were diverticula present and sent me home w a list of what not to eat. Yes, nuts and popcorn was a big part) My last colonoscopy 4 yrs ago was clear. 2 months ago I started getting unbelievable pain throughout the day. It would come on and last 5 -20 seconds and subside.This would last like 3-4 days hardly able to work. While at my oncologist appointment, I was telling him this and he sent me to get a CT Scan. Acute Diverticulitis. Gave me antibiotics and I felt better. A week later, have another attack. Lasts about 3 days. And then recently another much worse episode that included fever, intense pain and diarrhea. My PCP ordered another CT scan and it’s still says diverticulitis but not acute. I’m soooo afraid to eat anything to trigger this happening. It’s impossible to work when it occurs. I’m w Scripps in SD and I was fianally able to get a gastroenterologist appt for the end of the month. Hope to get this resolved soon. My left side feels sore constantly. Let me say.. I eat healthy and walk ALOT. Not obese. 🤷♂️
Right side divirculitis.. I was diagnosed 1 yr ago & have recurring. Going for testing again... smh
I had a abcess and 4 inches of colon removed a yr ago.. today, i eat a high fiber diet, i take miralax daily..along with Metamucil.. i eat lots of apples, broccoli and nuts.. My Dr..said nuts arent the cause of diverticulitis..that bacteria( poop) gets into the diverticula.. and causes infection.. and im no longer constipated, and hope to never experience that pain again.. I do have to say.. it was the easiest surgery i ever had.. sore as hell.. but much easier than a lot of other surgeries ive had.. muscle relaxers were the best thing to help with the soreness.. best wishes to those going threw this..
Thank you so much. Learn alot. Àm a victim of Diverticulitis. My first pain is. Today. Eating. Popcorn 🍿 no more thanks
Great information 5stars
I had Gallbladder surgery on September 9th 2024. Then I wound up with diarrhea that I couldn't shut off. So I called 911 because I was so bad it got watery. I was urinating and getting the diarrhea at the same time. Then the thought of getting surgery for the diverticulitis depresses me. I have been sad and depressed about this. The stuff I eat either gives me diarrhea or constipation. I don't know what to eat anymore. Then I don't want surgery because I don't want to wear a consiby bag. One women laughed about it and said how gross. I was upset because that would ruin my quality of life. Before my best friend died she said why do you want to live longer. And I said as long as I could still take care of myself and I stay healthy I don't mind living longer. My best friend died from end stage kidney failure. She has been dead for three years and I have nobody to talk to. I feel like I'm all alone I get shut out by everyone. I do what I can by myself I miss my best friend. We were like sisters and now that she is dead I have nobody to talk to. Because my best friend was deep and understood me.
We are sorry to hear this as it all sounds incredibly overwhelming. Dealing with health issues, especially after surgery, can be both physically and emotionally draining. It’s completely understandable that you’re feeling sad and worried about the future, especially without your best friend by your side. It sounds like she was a huge support for you, and we can imagine how much you miss her.
Please know that you're not alone, even though it may feel that way right now. There are people who care, and it’s okay to reach out for support-whether it’s from a doctor, counselor, or support group. Your health journey is important, and it's okay to take it one step at a time. Be kind to yourself, and don't hesitate to seek help if you need it. Please feel free to check out some of our resources here, work2bewell.org/w2bw-resources/
Thank God for Dr. Childs! Does someone who has an actual bout of diverticulitis once a month that gets better with oral antibiotics necessarily need surgery? Do repeat infections cause scare tissue? Thank you!
Hello, Alex. We would recommend contacting your care provider to discuss any questions or concerns based on your personal medical history.
@@providence i’d much rather ask Dr. Child’s opinion, lol. 😊
Once a month? That is a lot. I had surgery after about 10 ep. None for 5 years.. now had 1/yr for 3 yrs.. and 2 in the last few months. Never sure what exactly caused the flares :(
I am having robotic surgery in 6 days. My colon issues started at 19, many different diagnoses IBS Microscopic colitis, ulcerated colitis. I am 73 and recently 3 months of diarrhea and pain. Not constipation. Eventually they found CDIF and I was on several antibiotics. Entered the hospital thru the ER and spent 10 days there. they found CDIF diverticulitis. Did the CDIF infection cause the damage? I have a drain into an abscess on my bladder, one on my left ovary and a fistula. Will I still have the attacks of cramping, diarrhea nausea? I have been taken to the ER 3 times in the last 10 years after an attack so dehydrated they could not find a pulse.
How are you Linda???
How are you doing now Linda
I couldn't find any information about CDIFF diverticulitis is there a such thing? Because last year I was healthy, until a dog bite. The doctors gave me multiple antibiotics, so I got CDIFF in March of this year. In July after I finally repaired my gut. I got bit again, way more antibiotics because the dogs bite had a dangerous bacteria, even intravenous antibiotics on top of pills. That was last July. Now this week pain lower left stomach, felt alot like CDIFF cramps but very tender. Doctor without a CT scan says that I have diverticulitis. I have been wondering if those bad toxin A and B were never destroyed and they have multiplied and are eating my stomach lining and intestines, being the standard of practice is not to test again?
I just got out the hospital last week with diverticulitis
I want to see Dr.Child. How can I find her?
My mom is suffering with this condition, she is 70 years old she was at the ER at providence on Burbank they gave her antibióticos and she was a little bit better but and a month after she has to go again to ER and again gave her more antibiotics for 14 days she is on 7 days with antibiotics and she doesn’t feel good and she still have pain, please help me where can I found this doctor, I want to help my mom but I don’t know what I have to do, thank you
Hello, Carmina. If your mother is suffering with medical issues, we would recommend contacting her primary care provider and/or visiting the nearest emergency department.
Ok thank you
Is any chance my mom can see doctor Child?
Dr childs
Hello make a sauerkraut for your mom and refill her gut with good bacteria. it helped me out
Does Dr. Childe do phone appointments or zoom? I am suffering for too long. I am scheduled for a colonoscopy and endoscopy this Wednesday, but I’m in pain. Is it safe to go ahead with the tests? I heard it could be a problem.
And thank you for such a great video. If I have to, I’ll get on a plane and try to see Dr. Childe.
Hello, Ann. We are unable to give medical advice via social media. We recommend contacting the facility in which your procedures are schedule with, for further inquiries.
What to do when people gets constipated 13:58
This is a great video. I am dealing with this and am in Oklahoma. Any advice on a good surgeon you would consider referring me to?
Any advice would be appreciated.
I am in Oklahoma too and found out I have a stricture on top of diverticulosis. Did you find a surgeon in Oklahoma? I will need one soon.
@@yf-rv3wk I did. Dr Craig Johnson
How do I find a good surgeon in my local area? I suffer from frequent diverticulitis and I know I am looking at surgery.
Hello, Holly. Feel free to visit: www.providence.org/doctors to find a provider near you!
I’m 52 and waiting for investigations can I ask does anyone else suffer from breathlessness when they have a inflammation attack
I do thought I was a hart attack.
Yes, I am almost like I am holding my breath
What about right side diverticulitis? My husband was told that’s what he has.
Hello, Catherine. We would suggest speaking with your husbands care team for the best information.
My sister had emergency surgery due to this issue about 4 years ago. They put in a colostomy and told her she couldn’t have it reversed because she would just need to have another stoma later. Out of fear she had lived with the stoma for almost 5 years now. Does this mean she will live this way for the rest of her life or is there a chance she could get it reversed?
Get another opinion or two.
Is it ok to eat meat?
i have been eating meat every day
I have been on a real food diet since I came out of hospital. Meat chicken eggs,fruit like paw paw, kiwi fruit blueberries watermelon
sweet potato only with the first meal, and lactose organic yogurt.
I feel great back in the gym after a few weeks resting
And one teaspoon ACV with a meal and 1 teaspoon of MCT oil
I am drinking lots of water
We love to hear that you are doing well and feeling great! We would suggest contacting your PCP for further details on specific diets and recommendations that would work well for you.
Fever is an unreliable symptom, I don't run fevers , usually. Even when seriously ill. And body temp below , I think, 96.7 , is a sign of sepsis. There are common symptoms, but if you only rely on the most common ones, people die.
How I can get in touch whit dr Tracey child's
Hello, Mayra. For more information, and how to contact, please visit: www.providence.org/doctors/profile/201155-tracey-rochelle-childs
@@providence Hi, the link is not working. Thank you.
Hello, George. Do you mind providing more information, such as, which link are you referring to?
@@providence the link to Dr. Childs’ info you replied to Mayra. I tried to click it but it does not work. Thank you.
I hope there is cure for this horrible disease
WOW EXCELLENT you listen to ur higher source, Dr. TRACEY great a blessing 🙏🕊🕯🌞💚♥️✝️💡
I just had my conoscopy last April 13, 2022 and the result is I have a diverticulosis and made me scared. I was glad I was able to open this presentation and it had eased my mind. It was very educational and how I wish I can meet Dr. Chide in person. Thank you very much for this presentation.
Colonoscopy..(just checking
We are happy to hear that you found this informative. Thank you for sharing!
Uk equivalent for Dr Child’s.
There should be more Dr's like Dr. Childs. BC many just want to just do a bag. They give us the doom and gloom without helping us
Thank you for watching. We are glad you found this video informative!
slippery elm, aloe Vera and a Garlick clove, get back to natural remedies,
Yes... apple cider vinegar..... I wonder if mushrooms help or kale
@@georgegil2299 My doctore said no to apple cider vinegar> it's so confusing.
I am three weeks post colon resection surgery after a smoldering diagnosis...resistant to antibiotics. Still have pain in the lowest incision esp when getting out of bed or getting off the sofa. The biggest complaint is the increase in bowel movements...10-16 a day. Not diarrhea, just more movement that is borderline too hard and difficult to move it out. Would love to talk to others who have been through this and have solved it.
10-16 a day! How are you even managing. Travel and going to work would almost be out of the question. Are you doing better these days? I have this surgery coming up in a couple of months.
@@whales302 it will be a year at the end of Sept since my surgery. The movements have decreased in number but still not gotten back to normal...as in pain when I have a bowel movement that lingers after, smaller and stringy bowel movements with occasional diarrhea. I firmly believe that this is my new normal. They won't tell me how much they removed....maybe they took out more than I thought. Ask for this information!
28'00 she should improve her diet ... instead of having the same diet that made her sick.... oh humans, we never learnt.
I am here because I’m in constant excruciating abdominal pain.
I stayed because Dr. Khan is absolutely gorgeous, I think I’m in love. Lmao