LORD I ask that YOU would touch all those who are sick in their bodies. I rebuke diverticulitis and command healing to spring forth. By JESUS stripes they are healed and made whole. LORD I ask that YOU would restore their health and heal them of their wounds. I decree and declare miracles and creative miracles now in JESUS HOLY NAME.
If it hadn't been for diverticulitis I never would have gone to the emergency room and had a CT scan where they found out that I had stage 2 Renal Cancer with a 2.5 centimeter tumor in my right kidney. Last week I had the cancer and part of my kidney removed during a 4 and a half hour sugery. Left undiagnosed they gave me 3 to 4 years to live. So thank you diverticulitis for saving my life! ✌❤
I have two verticulos, i do colonoscopy every 3 years, las week I did, dr said no problem, but his checks the stomach, I have hiatal hernia, not two big, recommended strict diet, plus I have arterial vasculitis, please take care your health, God bless you and your family.
I'm going through a really bad flare up right now and it has made me so depressed. They told me l had Diverticulitis. I thought l was also developing a UTI didn't realize that this was part of it. Thank You so much.
When I went to the ER doubled up in pain, running a 103° fever, I will never forget the first words fron the admitting nurse..."Now understand we don't give pain meds for a stomach ache." Thankfully, the Doctor on call recognized the problem, and saved my life, barely, with emergency surgery. I had full blown sepsis due to ruptured bowel.
I had to beg for pain meds the whole time I was in the hospital as the pain would come back way before the medication wore off. Sorry you had a similar experience. :( This stuff sucks!
Thats shocking what you went through. It should not happen in this day and age. I hope you're keeping well .I have never suffered anything like this and I've had many health issues. I live in Northern Ireland so we're away behind here. Xox
I want to spread the word as someone who has had intensely bad flare ups of diverticulitis. My advice to anyone, no matter your diet. The most important change I’ve made to avoid flare ups is to drink a glass of water before anything first thing in the morning. The water aids digestion, stops blockages, encourages bowel movement. Obviously, drinking water after ever meal would also be ideal, but if you’re too busy just make sure the first thing you put to your lips when you wake up is water. Touchwood I haven’t had any flare ups.
@@agztmarreacts3655 the initial flare up had me withering on the floor in agony. The sort of pain that would have you taken to A&E. The pain was in my left side, and was so painful you couldn’t touch it, completely inflamed. Then it took me 2 weeks of a liquid diet, and feeling like I’d been beaten up on the inside, before I could step outside the house.
@@agztmarreacts3655 yes an acute, sharp pain. I was eating a vegetarian sausage at the time, with whole beans inside it. As I swallowed, I bent over double, knowing the bean had got lodged inside my diverticula
I had mine in the right lower quadrant which threw the doctors off at first. Luckily I got a good ER doctor who brought in a surgeon who recognized right away that I was different but still presenting with darvariculitis. I was admitted for 5 days and ultimately ended up having surgery but thankfully not under emergency escaping a stoma. I am so grateful to good care by this team of doctors.
You lucked out with the surgery. I had infectious fluid that kept building up around my lungs and abdomen. Ended up with a pulmonary embolism and a cardiac arrest. I spent a total of 6 months in the hospital from this crap.
Just spent 6 days in the hospital with this. It wasn't clear to me what had happened, but this video made it crystal clear. Thank you! I appreciate the thought that was put into delivering the content as well! Great work! By the way, the pain was horrible for weeks with this :(
@Kira I had a lesion which got infected pretty bad. No food/water only IV for 6 days. I had a colonoscopy several weeks earlier which they told me only minor diverticulitis and to come back in 10 years nothing to see here. I believe it was caused from the colonoscopy which from what I understand is part of the risk of the procedure. 100K in medical bills later (thank God for insurance) I am better. Hope this is helpful.
I have all the symptoms just had a cystoscopy and alls well but the burning bladder , frequent urination and constant pain in the lower right abdomen just answered my question . I just came across this video by chance but have an appointment with my doctor next week . Now I can explain it to him . Thank you so much 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
@Sneha Lalwani yes I had a colonoscopy i have diverticuli but no inflammation, hence no diverticulitis ,it must be the after effects of the hysterectomy I had so will have a MR of the stomach on Tuesday
@@gailpriscillabenderfosse1402i don't have pain in my left lower abdomen area but when I touch that area it feels hard . Even my stoles come broken into parts .what do u think it will be😢
I also had this several years ago. I woke up that morning with such pain especially trying to go to the bathroom. My husband took me to the doctors office, they did a scan and found air in my system. Sent me to a surgeon right away. In the mean time, I felt cold, very weak, just wanted to lay down and sleep. That afternoon I was in emergency surgery and woke up with a colostomy bag. Its since been removed, but I have never felt this much pain and I've had two children. Nothing to ignore.
I have been in extreme pain for 4 days, finally went to E.R. they diagnosed me with diverticulitis. I am still in pain. Seeing a doctor soon. Scared and in pain. This is best on RUclips. Thank you
I had diverticulosis. Had to have emergency surgery. Was very close to death. Thank God I'm still here this happened 3 yrs ago.pain was the worse ever.
I had this too, the pain was so bad for months and it wasn’t until I started passing gas with my urine that they realized I had diverticulitis, it rotted a hole into my bladder and eventually I was pissing rice, tomato seeds, lettuce and feces, it took two major colon resection surgery’s to get me back to mostly normal, that was 2 or 3 years ago, so far so good, not very pleasant though.
Glad you're still around Muggsy- it's always better hearing from a veteran. Have an appointment this month to get to the bottom of things. I have the pain, foamy urine, yet my blood work says low protein.
THANK YOU! I've been dealing with diverticulitis for years; while also trying to get my IBS under control. I have every symptom you mentioned, but didn't realize how many of my symptoms are related to diverticulitis. This information will make it a bit easier going forward.
What's a fever? I been having hot flashes with sweating during the hot flashes they last like 30 to 120 seconds it'll be really bad to where it's pushing sweat out of my head and torso and my bowel habits changed
I was diagnosed with diverticulitis at age 23, with perforation and a mass of pus found in my large intestine. Thankfully the surgeons did an amazing job and removed my sigmoid section of my colon, I’m now healthier than ever, with a huge battle scar to show for it👍🏼 it all started with a pain in my right side, and I went to the doctors with the worry of having appendicitis, but it shocked me that this even existed
I've had this since I was in my 20's. It's awful as we all know! I get it too often. Great video. I always wondered why I have to pee so much when I'm sick.
hello from 🇮🇪! Thankyou SO much for a v erudite & informative talk as I had never heard of this disease before as I have been suffering for a few weeks and it showed up hier on a coloscopy done @ the hospital. It is v waring and I am so tired all the time.
Thank you so very much to JJ Medicine. 🤗 Although I have been diagnosed (twice over the years) with DV... this one video has encapsulated pretty much most of my symptoms and has brought to light that the tediously debilitating symptoms with which I have been "living" since 2007; are in fact due to the DV! This diagnosis has never been presented to me despite numerous tests. I believe it is that simple. It is the DV which is the reason for my symptoms. Thank you!!! And... to all those who have this condition... sending many Angel Blessings and excellent health to each and every one of you. 😘
I had so many to determine if I had DV. Never could find it. 5 years later now-I bit the bullet and opted for surgery. They removed 4 in of small intestine and 10 in of large. I now have ostomy. and very happy with it. No pain!
@@patyoung5330 Hello Pat, thank you so much for your comment. I am absolutely delighted your operation resulted in no more pain for you. Bless your heart, that is brilliant and heart-warming to hear! Thank you for sharing that with me and I send so many Blessings to you and continued happiness. Take care, R x 🤗
I lost a foot of my large colon from an undiagnosed case of diverticulitis that ultimately burned a hole in my colon and almost killed me. Fortunately it was caught just in time when I had a major attack and I was saved by some great docs in Costa Rica. I should note I had problems with this for years but not once did my Mayo Clinic doctors figure out what I had. The doctor in Costa Rica saw it immediately and he was right! That was 20 years ago and I’m still fine with no real after affects except feeling better again!
My mother died after her colon burst due to diverticula disease. She had an operation after being rushed into hospital but suffered sepsis and passed away. She had constant problems with constipation. I have since been diagnosed after tests for cancer. I have zilch problems with my bowels thank goodness so was surprised to be told I suffered from this disease. My mother was in severe pain for a week waiting for one particular GP she trusted to return from holiday ... unfortunately it was too late for her because she had left it too long. She died at age 50. I was nine months pregnant with her granddaughter. So please dont leave it if you are in severe pain ... seek advice. I know if I start to have problems as a result of my diverticulitis I will be in touch with my doctor ... I’m not taking chances like my mum.
@@Lena-yj4il I’m so relieved you had a successful outcome and survived. I hope you have been healthy since you had this terrible experience. We should always love life and never take it for granted . X
Although I suffered from this condition in its mildest form, it was horrifically painful. As a youngster I never gave any thoughts on what was happening to the food and drink I swallowed. I would urge anyone to research this condition, and understand why it happens. At age 65, I'm very careful about my diet, and I'm pain free with no problems. My kind regards to everyone, and thanks for the film.👍
@@brummierunner Simon, I would say you really need to look at your diet. In our modern busy age, we sometimes forget to eat, or we tend to cram into our mouths anything that staves off the hungry feeling. Water is also important. I never had time to drink much or go to the toilet. You've got to get back to basics. Remember anything you put into your mouth, will end up in your stomach. If you swallow food and drink it must come out the other end. Gorge yourself silly, and you'll end up with food particles that get horrifically stuck. Visit your doctor and Don't delay. I sincerely hope that you are returned to good health very soon. I send you my kind regards.
I was just diagnosed with diverticulitis a month ago and just had colostomy surgery a week ago, I have the crap bag now,I think in the long run this was probably the best decision. Stomach pain is no joke. My diverticulitis is genetic I got it from my mom she had a emergency surgery 7 year's ago. Thank God I Caught my diverticulitis in time before it could of got worse. Healing & recovery now 🙏
My surgeon told me it WASN'T genetic. But my mother and two sisters have had it. My mom's was surgical. My sisters and I were just on antibiotics and bowel rest.
If I heard correctly in this video, it was said that the pain symptom was constant but that was not the case for me when I was diagnosed with it. I had developed a fever during the day and rapidly felt worse during the day with fever and chills. Later that night I had apparently had a seizure and was in the hospital. They ran head to toe test trying to figure what it was. They said I had diverticulitis without the pain symptoms, leading to fever then seizure. It was a blessing that I went to the Dr. that day cause I learned I had a mini-stroke in my past I was unaware of. I am now getting treated for that. Thank you Lord.
For those who have this. I suffer too in few months, and i discovered the 1 pc of a garlic cut into small pieces and water with apple cider vinegar to an empty stomach in the morning, and do not eat too much everytime.. and avoid eating too much red meat..its my only expirience a few days a go and my stomach became ok. And i continuing and became my routine..i think it would help for those people like me take note im not a doctor its only my expirience. Thanks god and hopefully i get rid of this sick.😊
Sounds to me that you would do really well with a very mellow Fire Cider, perhaps just a garlic and homemade apple cider vinegar one. You can Google fire cider recipes. Also look up fermented foods. Do you like sour kraut? It's a fermented food. Super easy to make. Tastes nothing like store bought and you only need 2 spoonfuls a day. PACKED with pre & probiotics. So perfect for your digestive track. Anyway, sorry to blab on 😂
Thank you for this video. I don't usually go to Dr. Google because I always think that it is insulting to my doctor. However, I have never really understood the condition I have...and I cannot pronounce it. I stutter so it is a hard thing to say. In any case, your video made sense to me. Thanks,
I just woke up with pain down below my stomach today. Whenever I try to get up or move pain is getting severe. Not sure what's wrong. Was a bit of panic. But after watching this video it's crystal clear that what's the pain all about. Thanks for this informative video. Very much appreciated. Cheere!
@@gouthamabhishek1395 That's great bro. Did you have to go to the doc? I am feeling some light pain in that region and i did a salt water flush today morning to get rid of what's inside. It has brought out pretty much everything from inside. The pain has reduced but still there mildly.
Diverticulitis isn't something to ignore, I am still recovering from surgery that was done in May of this year. The 2 hour surgery turned into a 7 hour operation, and I had to have a stent put in my ureter. Part of my bowels and colon had to be removed and I coded on the operating table. Spent 3 days 100% on a ventilator.... so please, get checked if you have abdominal pain.
Thank you so much DC I am suffering this pain on right side of my lower stomach I did all test doctors say all is fine from gynecologist then I went to gastro I had H pylori it came negative but still struggling with same issue swelling and pain.i will visit doctor again
I had diverticulitis a month ago,the pain was so bad it felt like labor pains,I had to go to the ER and I was put on antibiotics,so it took about 10 days for the pain to ease off!!!
@@nickybritain4900 Aww thank you I’ve been feeling the best I have felt in a long time I was lucky enough to get an sympathetic Gp who has helped me enormously I now got my life back 😊
I was diagnosed twelve years ago .. The pictures looked horrible ..really red, raw highly erosive with scattered bleeding . ..suffered so much pain for years prior to the diagnoses But changed my dietary habits .. And they did another endoscopy five years ago and it's completely better ..so it can Heal!! add more iodine and fibre in the diet as it really helped me..
I had an undiagnosed perforated diverticula abcess years ago. My symptoms were dismissed as IBD, anxiety, and finally crazy. I had seen an internet’s, a surgeon as well as my family MD. I ended up having an emergency appendectomy.When it was seen that was not the problem I ended up with a Hartman’s procedure, or a colostomy for about a year. It was then reversed. At the time I was working as an RN on an acute general floor alongside seven surgeons. Nobody could connect the dots. If you have symptoms please keep pushing for answers.
Melanie, I bet if you had been a man those doctors would have taken you much more seriously and found your problem almost as soon as you presented. Male doctors sometimes think women are being a hypochondriac or hysterical. They naturally just give a man the benefit of the doubt. And women give birth to babies! It hurts like hell and men want to say we’re being hysterical! Women handle pain much better than men and usually have a higher pain tolerance. 🤦🏻♀️ I’m glad somebody finally listened to you and saved your life!
'Nobody could connect the dots'. I can't agree more. I hv experienced it in my mom's case. Dr are livinng in their own world, litterally deaf and blind to read and observe symptoms!
I used heat packs on the area with doctors medication. The heat packs warmed the area up and the relieve was fantastic...I had a bowel movement and I swear a passed some of the stuck faescis.. I have never had trouble since..
I think the common medical information on this is just wrong and that this is not from high fiber diets, just the opposite. I suffered with severe constipation IBS and diverticulitis for years and years. I was told to eat more fiber despite that I was already eating large amounts of fiber. It got worse. What was the medical advice? "eat more fiber". I couldnt have been eating more fiber... nearly my entire diet was fiber and I was taking psyllium fiber and I still got worse. What healed my symptoms was a LOW FIBER meat based diet. Since I changed my diet, ALL my symptoms totally disappeared.
Also people have allergies which can mask other ailments. My wife only recently after years of pain and general illness we discovered is allergic to Yeast of all things. Not celiac, but yeast intolerant.
My mom died a few days after they discovered she had this. They had done an endoscopy and colonoscopy , I think these procedures punctured something, there was a burst and she died of sepsis about a week later, happened so quick.
Great information. At first I thought I hurt my back like a spasm after pain increased and I started to put things together I know now what has happened will se dr tomorrow.
Has anyone on here experienced the intense burning in the lower back? I sobbed all night with my first attack. It felt like my back was being roasted. I had no idea what was happening and didn't connect the two things until years later.
I have a feeling that i have this condition and I also experience from random burning sensations on my back. Not just lower back but sometime, actually most times, my upper back or mid back.
My husband has this and has had both a colostomy and a ileostomy, which he currently has the ileostomy, and it breaks my heart, I am his caregiver and what they said is so true
I am currently on antibiotics for an infection. This is my second. It has been 6 years since the first. I didn't have a fever this time, so didn't do anything right away. The pain was still excruciating even though it was a minor infection.
So suprised to see that article on diverticulitis.I have been suffering with that condition for the past eight years now.Thanks very much for your explaination, especially on the Urinary urgency.
OMG, Verna! You must get well! Diet is super important. There’s things you can’t eat. Please drink lots of water. Dr’s don’t tell you to fast when having an episode but you should.
@@Naveen-zk5lm one must eliminate certain foods. No red meat, no fried foods, no nuts, no dairy,no alcohol, no oils that are toxic like corn, sunflower, canola, use olive and coconut. While one is having an episode, only liquids. Soups, water, soft cooked eggs. No raw vegetables. No grains.
I had this pain on my right hand side and a temperature of 40. My husband kept telling me it's probably the flu ! On the third day I decided to go to the doctor who then sent me to the ER. They did a TAC scan then a second one with contrast,after that I was sent by ambulance to another hospital where I was kept in for 5 days. I actually had a small perforation. They decided not to operate until and if it happens again. Since then I have never been the same, it takes hours and hours to digest food and my stomach bloats
That's so sad to hear you are still suffering from this same disease. Am feeling for you right now, I know of a doctor who can help you get rid of this. He also help me from this same disease, He can also help cure yours permanently
Drinking lots of fluids helps. Also I believe that prolonged sitting exasperates this issue. We weren't made to sit. My waist band on my jeans causes issues with discomfort. So, drink lots of fluids. Walk or stand as often as possible. Standing desks? Eat healthy.
Thank you, very informative.I have it but did not get any information/ advice from any medical profession on the subject.Not even when diagnosed, but it was only after i'd gone to hospital over upper right abdo intence pain. Had a "flare up" over the new year period. I felt really rough.18 days before i started feeling any better.
I'd take Science classes over Mathematica any day- I loathed Algebra, Geometry, Calculus- the arithmetical component of Physics made me not enjoy it as well! Why did I even take those subjects ? BECAUSE MY PARENTS AND GUIDANCE ADVISORS Said I was BRILLANT! Maybe so but I was smart enough to loathe the hours I spent THERE!
From April until June, I had one long episode. It was awful, every symptom this video addressed except vomiting. It's awful. I've since lost 37 pounds and I now eat 1 cup of unsweetened applesauce every morning. I don't know if I'm being superstitious, but that applesauce has brought me good luck. I haven't had an episode since. It's awful. Thank you for this video which describes the condition better than any of my doctors did.
I'm here because I'm so worried with the numbing sensation in the lower part of my abdomen. I had ultrasound and endoscopy checked 1 year ago but they found nothing. When i tried to control my pee,the numb feels in my legs too.
I suffer from this and last year was no fun. I have digestive issues because I have MS. I eat a lot of veggies and fruit with a little meat and dairy. My gastro suggest a little Miralax every day to help.
Mine has me on 2 dose a day BC of severe constipation ...I started having severe stomach cramping nonstop for 8days and it normal only when I need to use bathroom but I wasn't able to eat for 12 straight days and still cramping both grandmother n mother have this diverticulitis so I'm praying I don't and I get over this...
Mom suffered with this "Disease" more than half a century ago and succumbed after abdominal surgery in Aug 1975. Surgeons cut you wide open to remedy chronic issues. Mom later had a Colostomy in 1972. The patient lost muscle control in the lower ab for some time until healing was effective--not to mention the pain. Mom spent 2 weeks in the hospital for her "Surgeries." Now at 70 I have the old age aspect of Diverticulitis, but at least it is not Colitis which has bleeding. Surgery is more advanced and/or precise, maybe less invasive now? In early 1966 as a teen, I developed lower right quadrant pain. I thought I had Appendicitis, but they said my white blood count was normal. I was constipated and could not eat, missed a week at school. This abated but nothing was determined by the medical pros. It never occurred again after that week.
There seems to be a genetic component as my dad, and his siblings all suffered from this, all having parts of their colons removed eventually. Unlucky as I am, me too, had to go on antibiotics a couple times when it would flare up, doctor always said "Go to emergency room" if I got a fever or felt weak. Didn't listen very well. Years later had a mild heart attack, couple stents, released. Less than 24 hours after getting out of the hospital, my stomach really hurting, I felt weak, was sweating and went to emergency room. I was in bad shape by then and lost consciousness before being wheeled through the door as I couldn't stand by this time. I had gone into sepsis. Emergency surgery at a different hospital with a worried surgery team due my still being loaded with non-reversable blood thinners. I woke up with colostomy bag. Had to wait over a year for reversal due to blood thinners for the cardiac stents. Take it serious if you develop severe pain, fever or weakness.
@@danielalandaverde I don't know of any strong evidence that it has a genetic component. The doctors at the university hospital that treated me described it as seeming to have a family line correlation, but besides genetics it could be diet which tends to run similiar within families or it could be something totally unthought of. There is a lot of speculation that a western diet increases the risk, but I couldn't find anything where they seem to know for sure what causes it, nor could the doctors that treated me.
Thank you for such a clear presentation! Sadly my mother passed away from a perforated colon (septic shock), I believe It was due to previous diverticulitis in her life. I've been having lower left quadrant pain for a few months and today it started turning sharp so I'm going to be going to the doctor. I'm terrified of perforation! For obvious reasons
Thanks for the video it is very informative and the pictures r also great ive had diverticulitis and i had severe pain in my lower left abdomen i did have a slight fever and was nauseated,,,ive stopped eating nuts and seeds for 3 months i started eating oatmeal. At least twice a weak or i would eat oatmeal day one and day two i would eat other foods with fiber like avocados 🥑 or broccoli 🥦 or anything easy to digest and that helped me a lot
My grandmother has this. And now I have been dealing with diverticulitis like symptoms. I'm changing my diet immediately and decreasing my opiate medication intake.
Had it 3 years ago thought it just acid reflux. This winter came back with help from Google and my sister found out i have it too. Steel cut oatmeal in am, high fiber diet, tums, vanilla pudding, stay away from spicy and high fat foods. No caffeine, limit alcohol. Life cereal and rice crispies help alot. God bless all that have it it sucks!
@@gloriavargas6214 yes pork very bad limit red meat eat more chicken and fish. Life cereal has calcium carbonate in it same ingredient as tums. Use 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar a day 2 keep diverticulitis at bay. Fresh veggies, fruits, grape juice helps me 2!
I have this. Since 4-5 years ago. I was in so much pain, I collapsed at work, went Hospital and they gave me stuff for it and kept me in 2 days and if, it hadn't improved were going to operate. I do pancreatic massage and find this helps alot with this and especially if you find it, painful to poo. I also had to change what foods I eat and I can't eat large amounts of meat. I have to cut meat up into very small bits and have a smallish plate of food. I also take co-enzyme q10, selenium and zinc. I have found myself this has really helped and now, I even realize I have it. Sometimes it flares up, but I do a pancreatic massage and it is fine. If you get in pain with this though, go to your Doctor as it is a serious condition. Most people haven't even heard of it and it is bloody painful.
I get a burning and painful sensation on my lower part of my tummy, this happens mostly after I overeat (have a big meal than my usual meal, or when I consume too many different kinds of food in a day)..what do I to stop this?
Hi I'm Marc's wife Mandy, Marc has been gracious to encourage me to write and post a comment about this video, back in November 11 ,2015 I had a full Hysterectomy and the nurse told my about this as a side affect of the Hysterectomy , It just occurred to me after my husband pointed out all the symptoms about what the nurse ha told me about but failed to give me Discharge papers over. Thankfully my husband looks up medical symptoms and he actually takes the time to try to figure my medical issues out, I have a Lupus , Epilepsy ,Raynaud's syndrome and a bunch of other stuff thats way to much to type out, I am very thankful that my husband does do research because we don't have any real doctors on the California/Oregon boarder not even a decent hospital, they have wannabe nurse practitioners ,CNA's and they don't have except 1 doctor who isn't always there Sutter Coast Hospital is what its called. and if anyone goes in there the first thing they ASSUME is that your Drug seeking. sorry for the rant but I do tell it how it is. thank you for reading, I would type more but I think my hubby wants his computer back .
@@lindamercantini5731 Yes I believe so I'm retired should be living easy life then decided to get married to an immigrant and preparing for marriage interviews our last one was very stressful.
Oh my gosh, thank you! This is what I have. I'm pretty young but I have a lot of gut issues and eds so this makes total sense. I was put on strong antibiotics because they thought I had a uti but it only got worse.
I got it and I’ll tell you what that pain is at times unbearable, I’m just bout an vegetarian with little meat more veggies, veggie drink twice a day so far ok
I’m no expert but I think you should go one of two ways, whichever relieves the symptoms the most, - either a high fibre diet, or a no/low fibre diet. Obviously no red meat, and I’d suggest no cabbage or sweet corn, or anything known to be indigestible.
I had a colonoscopy a couple of years ago and when I came out of the influence of the anesthetic, they told me I had diverticulitis and gave me info of what I needed to do.
I'm having lower left side pain It hurts! Had the urinary frequency forever. My Dr doesn't seem worried about it. The pain going down my leg is awful. No mention of this. I don't feel like going to the ER.
I had chronic diverticulitis induced from a lengthy stay on a diuretic pill. I recently had emergency surgery since my sigmoid colon had the beginnings of a perforation with a gas bubble. It was ready to blow! The colon had changed shape and became fist-like and heart shaped. I would NOT want to wish this on anyone. Take care of yourselves...watch your diet...and be well.
That's so sad to hear you are still suffering from this same disease. Am feeling for you right now, I know of a doctor who can help you get rid of this. He also help me from this same disease, He can also help cure yours permanently
LORD I ask that YOU would touch all those who are sick in their bodies. I rebuke diverticulitis and command healing to spring forth. By JESUS stripes they are healed and made whole. LORD I ask that YOU would restore their health and heal them of their wounds. I decree and declare miracles and creative miracles now in JESUS HOLY NAME.
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If it hadn't been for diverticulitis I never would have gone to the emergency room and had a CT scan where they found out that I had stage 2 Renal Cancer with a 2.5 centimeter tumor in my right kidney. Last week I had the cancer and part of my kidney removed during a 4 and a half hour sugery. Left undiagnosed they gave me 3 to 4 years to live. So thank you diverticulitis for saving my life! ✌❤
I have two verticulos, i do colonoscopy every 3 years, las week I did, dr said no problem, but his checks the stomach, I have hiatal hernia, not two big, recommended strict diet, plus I have arterial vasculitis, please take care your health, God bless you and your family.
Take care ❤️ wishing you the best possible outcome
I'm praying 4 u..hope u feel good
🙏💖🧡💛💚💙God bless you and your family, and everyone 🙏❤
Glad you caught it in time God bless you
I'm going through a really bad flare up right now and it has made me so depressed. They told me l had Diverticulitis. I thought l was also developing a UTI didn't realize that this was part of it. Thank You so much.
I hope you are feeling better ❤️
Is it?
This is the best way anybody has explained the way it causes you to suffer 💯 fantastic
When I went to the ER doubled up in pain, running a 103° fever, I will never forget the first words fron the admitting nurse..."Now understand we don't give pain meds for a stomach ache." Thankfully, the Doctor on call recognized the problem, and saved my life, barely, with emergency surgery. I had full blown sepsis due to ruptured bowel.
I had to beg for pain meds the whole time I was in the hospital as the pain would come back way before the medication wore off. Sorry you had a similar experience. :( This stuff sucks!
My God.. glad ur okay
She was maybe waiting for your stomach to explode and ooze pus through the skin? RULES- WTF- YOU WERE VERY SICK!
You should have said to the nurse, so if I just only have a stomach ache why am I being admitted...
Thats shocking what you went through. It should not happen in this day and age. I hope you're keeping well .I have never suffered anything like this and I've had many health issues. I live in Northern Ireland so we're away behind here. Xox
I want to spread the word as someone who has had intensely bad flare ups of diverticulitis. My advice to anyone, no matter your diet. The most important change I’ve made to avoid flare ups is to drink a glass of water before anything first thing in the morning. The water aids digestion, stops blockages, encourages bowel movement. Obviously, drinking water after ever meal would also be ideal, but if you’re too busy just make sure the first thing you put to your lips when you wake up is water. Touchwood I haven’t had any flare ups.
@Just Peachy go for it. I think it would benefit many people’s guts :)
Question! What were your symptoms? Was it a sharp pain that comes and goes?
@@agztmarreacts3655 the initial flare up had me withering on the floor in agony. The sort of pain that would have you taken to A&E. The pain was in my left side, and was so painful you couldn’t touch it, completely inflamed. Then it took me 2 weeks of a liquid diet, and feeling like I’d been beaten up on the inside, before I could step outside the house.
@@wonderwoman5528 oh I see, but when it first started how did it start? Just a sharp pain?
@@agztmarreacts3655 yes an acute, sharp pain. I was eating a vegetarian sausage at the time, with whole beans inside it. As I swallowed, I bent over double, knowing the bean had got lodged inside my diverticula
I was diagnosed with this condition nearly 20 years ago, but thank God, never had any problems since then.
How have you been managing it?
Will like to know what treatments you've been taking
What foods and diets have you been using?
Just don’t eat popcorn, nuts and seeds. And stay away from all red meat including pork.
Go & see your doctor & please get checked out before it's to late
I had mine in the right lower quadrant which threw the doctors off at first. Luckily I got a good ER doctor who brought in a surgeon who recognized right away that I was different but still presenting with darvariculitis. I was admitted for 5 days and ultimately ended up having surgery but thankfully not under emergency escaping a stoma. I am so grateful to good care by this team of doctors.
Did you had corona ?? Did you did keto diet ??
Same with mine...lower right!! They thought i might need my amended out!
@@keithblaler7987 my pain is mainly on right side as well
Hi this is one of the best videos I have seen on this. ..... the doctors don’t tell you how serious it can get 💛
Had the operation 14 yrs ago, minimum 12 days in hospital. My symptoms were pretty disgusting. The op was completely successful.
You lucked out with the surgery. I had infectious fluid that kept building up around my lungs and abdomen. Ended up with a pulmonary embolism and a cardiac arrest. I spent a total of 6 months in the hospital from this crap.
Just spent 6 days in the hospital with this. It wasn't clear to me what had happened, but this video made it crystal clear. Thank you! I appreciate the thought that was put into delivering the content as well! Great work! By the way, the pain was horrible for weeks with this :(
ive been having pain for a month they did a ct scan said i had it and sen me home and my soticmah still hurts i went to the er 4 times this month
@Kira I had a lesion which got infected pretty bad. No food/water only IV for 6 days. I had a colonoscopy several weeks earlier which they told me only minor diverticulitis and to come back in 10 years nothing to see here. I believe
it was caused from the colonoscopy which from what I understand is part of the risk of the procedure. 100K in medical bills later (thank God for insurance) I am better. Hope this is helpful.
@@jenninyc2509 They sent me home too. I came back in the ambulance that same night and spent 6 days there. :(
I have this but learned that H M F powder (strong probiotic)works better than antibiotics!!!!
Also all pain was gone in half an hour🎉
I have all the symptoms just had a cystoscopy and alls well but the burning bladder , frequent urination and constant pain in the lower right abdomen just answered my question . I just came across this video by chance but have an appointment with my doctor next week . Now I can explain it to him . Thank you so much 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Did you get any formal diagnosis?
@Sneha Lalwani yes I had a colonoscopy i have diverticuli but no inflammation, hence no diverticulitis ,it must be the after effects of the hysterectomy I had so will have a MR of the stomach on Tuesday
@@gailpriscillabenderfosse1402i don't have pain in my left lower abdomen area but when I touch that area it feels hard . Even my stoles come broken into parts .what do u think it will be😢
Amazing breakdown of causes and symptoms. Thank you for quality information and no “crappie” sales gimmicks.
So glad to see this demonstration… exactly where my pain is located. I was diagnosed with diverticulitis
about 8 years ago.
What should I take
I also had this several years ago. I woke up that morning with such pain especially trying to go to the bathroom. My husband took me to the doctors office, they did a scan and found air in my system. Sent me to a surgeon right away. In the mean time, I felt cold, very weak, just wanted to lay down and sleep. That afternoon I was in emergency surgery and woke up with a colostomy bag. Its since been removed, but I have never felt this much pain and I've had two children. Nothing to ignore.
This is exactly my story. Glad yours came out well.
What kind of doctor do I need to go to? I'm beside myself with pain. Thankyou
I have been in extreme pain for 4 days, finally went to E.R. they diagnosed me with diverticulitis.
I am still in pain. Seeing a doctor soon. Scared and in pain. This is best on RUclips. Thank you
Me too
So how are you doing now?
How they diagnosed this? Please reply
@@gjn17One way is colonoscopy.
how did they diagnose you?
Thanks to all the people that have left their story even the the topic can be embarrassed or TMI, it really helps others.xx
I had diverticulosis. Had to have emergency surgery. Was very close to death. Thank God I'm still here this happened 3 yrs ago.pain was the worse ever.
Did you have the surgery in the emergency room? I've met very little doctors willing to do the surgery
People don't realise it can be fatal
What was the symptoms 😳
I had this too, the pain was so bad for months and it wasn’t until I started passing gas with my urine that they realized I had diverticulitis, it rotted a hole into my bladder and eventually I was pissing rice, tomato seeds, lettuce and feces, it took two major colon resection surgery’s to get me back to mostly normal, that was 2 or 3 years ago, so far so good, not very pleasant though.
had this also hurt so bad I stop.eating loss weight got down to 88 pounds had surgery took part of my colon that was in 2018 when I had the surgery
Glad you're still around Muggsy- it's always better hearing from a veteran. Have an appointment this month to get to the bottom of things. I have the pain, foamy urine, yet my blood work says low protein.
Holy shite, that is so scary I’m so sorry you went through this. Blessings to you.
Eat vegetarian and natural food.
Omg. I thought mine was bad. I'm blessed compared 2 u. May u be blessed to be better.
THANK YOU! I've been dealing with diverticulitis for years; while also trying to get my IBS under control. I have every symptom you mentioned, but didn't realize how many of my symptoms are related to diverticulitis. This information will make it a bit easier going forward.
Me too😌
What's a fever? I been having hot flashes with sweating during the hot flashes they last like 30 to 120 seconds it'll be really bad to where it's pushing sweat out of my head and torso and my bowel habits changed
You are your best physician sometimes!
I was diagnosed with diverticulitis at age 23, with perforation and a mass of pus found in my large intestine. Thankfully the surgeons did an amazing job and removed my sigmoid section of my colon, I’m now healthier than ever, with a huge battle scar to show for it👍🏼 it all started with a pain in my right side, and I went to the doctors with the worry of having appendicitis, but it shocked me that this even existed
I've had this since I was in my 20's. It's awful as we all know! I get it too often. Great video. I always wondered why I have to pee so much when I'm sick.
How long does it last if u get it ?
My son has it now and is just expecting to take an antibiotic and work his VERY physical job😣
I'm very worried about him,
he's only 27.
@@vendees69 Bentyl
So very interesting and informative. Thank again for making these symptoms so understandable. Helps enormously
hello from 🇮🇪!
Thankyou SO much for a v erudite & informative talk as I had never heard of this disease before as I have been suffering for a few weeks and it showed up hier on a coloscopy done @ the hospital. It is v waring and I am so tired all the time.
Thank you so very much to JJ Medicine. 🤗 Although I have been diagnosed (twice over the years) with DV... this one video has encapsulated pretty much most of my symptoms and has brought to light that the tediously debilitating symptoms with which I have been "living" since 2007; are in fact due to the DV! This diagnosis has never been presented to me despite numerous tests. I believe it is that simple. It is the DV which is the reason for my symptoms. Thank you!!! And... to all those who have this condition... sending many Angel Blessings and excellent health to each and every one of you. 😘
I had so many to determine if I had DV. Never could find it. 5 years later now-I bit the bullet and opted for surgery. They removed 4 in of small intestine and 10 in of large. I now have ostomy. and very happy with it. No pain!
Thank you and blessings back to you. Thank you for being a beautiful, thoughtful Rose. Bcool, and stay safe.
@@patyoung5330 Hello Pat, thank you so much for your comment. I am absolutely delighted your operation resulted in no more pain for you. Bless your heart, that is brilliant and heart-warming to hear! Thank you for sharing that with me and I send so many Blessings to you and continued happiness. Take care, R x 🤗
@@jerrysmith7551 Hello Jerry, thank you for your kind comment. Stay safe too. R 😊x
Thanks . I didn't know this despite suffering for years. God bless you
I lost a foot of my large colon from an undiagnosed case of diverticulitis that ultimately burned a hole in my colon and almost killed me. Fortunately it was caught just in time when I had a major attack and I was saved by some great docs in Costa Rica. I should note I had problems with this for years but not once did my Mayo Clinic doctors figure out what I had. The doctor in Costa Rica saw it immediately and he was right! That was 20 years ago and I’m still fine with no real after affects except feeling better again!
what is the contact of the doctor in Costa Rica please?
You explained it better than my doctor. Thanks for the video.
My mother died after her colon burst due to diverticula disease. She had an operation after being rushed into hospital but suffered sepsis and passed away. She had constant problems with constipation. I have since been diagnosed after tests for cancer. I have zilch problems with my bowels thank goodness so was surprised to be told I suffered from this disease. My mother was in severe pain for a week waiting for one particular GP she trusted to return from holiday ... unfortunately it was too late for her because she had left it too long. She died at age 50. I was nine months pregnant with her granddaughter. So please dont leave it if you are in severe pain ... seek advice. I know if I start to have problems as a result of my diverticulitis I will be in touch with my doctor ... I’m not taking chances like my mum.
So sad, that your mama died because of that.I had also last minute surgery, the dr said each minute was counted.
@@Lena-yj4il I’m so relieved you had a successful outcome and survived. I hope you have been healthy since you had this terrible experience. We should always love life and never take it for granted . X
@@Janetgreen64 Yes, I am healthy now. Thx for Your respond :).
So sorry for your loss. May God wrap you in His love and bring you peace and comfort.
@@melissaholliday6979 ... Thank you
Although I suffered from this condition in its mildest form, it was horrifically painful.
As a youngster I never gave any thoughts on what was happening to the food and drink I swallowed.
I would urge anyone to research this condition, and understand why it happens.
At age 65, I'm very careful about my diet, and I'm pain free with no problems.
My kind regards to everyone, and thanks for the film.👍
So true .... 🤗
@@sarahbrennan1342 Sarah, thank you and kind regards.👍
What sort did you change to that helped? I’ve just been diagnosed with diverticulitis
@@brummierunner Simon, I would say you really need to look at your diet.
In our modern busy age, we sometimes forget to eat, or we tend to cram into our mouths anything that staves off the hungry feeling.
Water is also important. I never had time to drink much or go to the toilet. You've got to get back to basics. Remember anything you put into your mouth, will end up in your stomach. If you swallow food and drink it must come out the other end.
Gorge yourself silly, and you'll end up with food particles that get horrifically stuck.
Visit your doctor and Don't delay. I sincerely hope that you are returned to good health very soon. I send you my kind regards.
@@brummierunner eat more fiber like oatmeal. And veggies that r rich in fiber try to stay away from nuts and seeds and also stress hope u feel better
I was just diagnosed with diverticulitis a month ago and just had colostomy surgery a week ago, I have the crap bag now,I think in the long run this was probably the best decision. Stomach pain is no joke. My diverticulitis is genetic I got it from my mom she had a emergency surgery 7 year's ago. Thank God I Caught my diverticulitis in time before it could of got worse. Healing & recovery now 🙏
Will you have the bag forever?
@@haroldrandall1318 no thank God 🙏
My surgeon told me it WASN'T genetic. But my mother and two sisters have had it. My mom's was surgical. My sisters and I were just on antibiotics and bowel rest.
Oh. I had the pain on the lower right side and super bloating to where it was painful to walk, yes the pain it's like a stabby pain and its constant
Feels like labor contractions and is getting worse with a lot of gas pain too … haven’t been to doctor yet but now I may go soon
If I heard correctly in this video, it was said that the pain symptom was constant but that was not the case for me when I was diagnosed with it. I had developed a fever during the day and rapidly felt worse during the day with fever and chills. Later that night I had apparently had a seizure and was in the hospital. They ran head to toe test trying to figure what it was. They said I had diverticulitis without the pain symptoms, leading to fever then seizure. It was a blessing that I went to the Dr. that day cause I learned I had a mini-stroke in my past I was unaware of. I am now getting treated for that. Thank you Lord.
For those who have this. I suffer too in few months, and i discovered the 1 pc of a garlic cut into small pieces and water with apple cider vinegar to an empty stomach in the morning, and do not eat too much everytime.. and avoid eating too much red meat..its my only expirience a few days a go and my stomach became ok. And i continuing and became my routine..i think it would help for those people like me take note im not a doctor its only my expirience. Thanks god and hopefully i get rid of this sick.😊
Sounds to me that you would do really well with a very mellow Fire Cider, perhaps just a garlic and homemade apple cider vinegar one. You can Google fire cider recipes. Also look up fermented foods. Do you like sour kraut? It's a fermented food. Super easy to make. Tastes nothing like store bought and you only need 2 spoonfuls a day. PACKED with pre & probiotics. So perfect for your digestive track. Anyway, sorry to blab on 😂
Thank you I will try it
Thank you for this video. I don't usually go to Dr. Google because I always think that it is insulting to my doctor. However, I have never really understood the condition I have...and I cannot pronounce it. I stutter so it is a hard thing to say. In any case, your video made sense to me. Thanks,
I just woke up with pain down below my stomach today. Whenever I try to get up or move pain is getting severe. Not sure what's wrong. Was a bit of panic. But after watching this video it's crystal clear that what's the pain all about. Thanks for this informative video. Very much appreciated. Cheere!
R u okay bro ?
@@Godfatherhemanth2369 yes, am ok now. Pain lasted till a week. Made my way through it. Lol
@@gouthamabhishek1395 noice
@@gouthamabhishek1395 That's great bro. Did you have to go to the doc?
I am feeling some light pain in that region and i did a salt water flush today morning to get rid of what's inside. It has brought out pretty much everything from inside. The pain has reduced but still there mildly.
@@gouthamabhishek1395 Hi! How did you get rid of it? Did you change your diet?
Excellent video. I now understand exactly what is going on inside and the connection between the diverticulitis and bladder was especially helpful.
I have foamy urine- PCP says I'm not shedding protein there- maybe a fistula between diverticulitis and urinary bladder? Something to consider!
This was spot on for me and I really appreciated the bladder information!
Diverticulitis isn't something to ignore, I am still recovering from surgery that was done in May of this year. The 2 hour surgery turned into a 7 hour operation, and I had to have a stent put in my ureter. Part of my bowels and colon had to be removed and I coded on the operating table. Spent 3 days 100% on a ventilator.... so please, get checked if you have abdominal pain.
Oh my! So sorry you had to endure all this. Take care, best wishes, God Bless.
God bless you lady! My prays go out to you.
How much for the surgery
@@noliellego1803 so far it has cost $6000 but that includes having a wound vac. My incision came open so the cost is still ongoing.
What we're some of the symptoms you had
Celery juice - 2 cups every morning, pulp removed, 30 minutes before breakfast.
Thank you so much DC I am suffering this pain on right side of my lower stomach I did all test doctors say all is fine from gynecologist then I went to gastro I had H pylori it came negative but still struggling with same issue swelling and pain.i will visit doctor again
How r u feeling coz am suffering da same
I had diverticulitis a month ago,the pain was so bad it felt like labor pains,I had to go to the ER and I was put on antibiotics,so it took about 10 days for the pain to ease off!!!
Hi, did you also feel pain around your butthole and side vagina?
which antibiotics please 😢
Merci!
Thank you for being so informative This helps me enormously to understand my problem 👍
Sandra, I hope you had your problems investigated and you are on the mend. Too many people falling by the wayside with undiagnosed issues.
@@nickybritain4900 Aww thank you I’ve been feeling the best I have felt in a long time I was lucky enough to get an sympathetic Gp who has helped me enormously I now got my life back 😊
My mum had this and was admitted to hospital. Very painful for her and was told later after surgery it could have been life threatening.
I also had this kind of surgery. the dr said if I would show up half an hr late i would be dead.
I have been diagnosed with diverticular dissease at the hospital last week I have subcribed and clicked on the bell
I was diagnosed twelve years ago ..
The pictures looked horrible ..really red, raw highly erosive with scattered bleeding . ..suffered so much pain for years prior to the diagnoses
But changed my dietary habits ..
And they did another endoscopy five years ago and it's completely better ..so it can Heal!!
add more iodine and fibre in the diet as it really helped me..
@@Leoviliti1 thank you
I had an undiagnosed perforated diverticula abcess years ago. My symptoms were dismissed as IBD, anxiety, and finally crazy. I had seen an internet’s, a surgeon as well as my family MD. I ended up having an emergency appendectomy.When it was seen that was not the problem I ended up with a Hartman’s procedure, or a colostomy for about a year. It was then reversed. At the time I was working as an RN on an acute general floor alongside seven surgeons. Nobody could connect the dots. If you have symptoms please keep pushing for answers.
amazing , stupid docters
Melanie, I bet if you had been a man those doctors would have taken you much more seriously and found your problem almost as soon as you presented. Male doctors sometimes think women are being a hypochondriac or hysterical. They naturally just give a man the benefit of the doubt. And women give birth to babies! It hurts like hell and men want to say we’re being hysterical! Women handle pain much better than men and usually have a higher pain tolerance. 🤦🏻♀️ I’m glad somebody finally listened to you and saved your life!
@@deborahjellenburg4939 k
Westerners eat a lot of refined and processed food. Go natural
'Nobody could connect the dots'. I can't agree more. I hv experienced it in my mom's case. Dr are livinng in their own world, litterally deaf and blind to read and observe symptoms!
This was the most informative video I’ve seen and super helpful . Thank you !
I used heat packs on the area with doctors medication.
The heat packs warmed the area up and the relieve was fantastic...I had a bowel movement and I swear a passed some of the stuck faescis..
I have never had trouble since..
I'll have to try a heat pack if it happens again. Thank you for sharing.
I think the common medical information on this is just wrong and that this is not from high fiber diets, just the opposite. I suffered with severe constipation IBS and diverticulitis for years and years. I was told to eat more fiber despite that I was already eating large amounts of fiber. It got worse. What was the medical advice? "eat more fiber". I couldnt have been eating more fiber... nearly my entire diet was fiber and I was taking psyllium fiber and I still got worse. What healed my symptoms was a LOW FIBER meat based diet. Since I changed my diet, ALL my symptoms totally disappeared.
So much informative information thank you!! ✝️I have diverticulitis and every time I take antibiotics this happens to me😒this is terrible 😟
Thank you. Most informative, as a sufferer.
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I suffered this about 4 years ago, very nasty. The upside was I lost about 56 lbs in weight. I hated the thought of eating!
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Also people have allergies which can mask other ailments. My wife only recently after years of pain and general illness we discovered is allergic to Yeast of all things. Not celiac, but yeast intolerant.
How you cure it? Or get rid of it
@@ammaryasir4996 …it never cures
@@ammaryasir4996 what they not telling you is it can lead to cancer in the long run🤭
Clearly explained. Would have been good it you had mentioned what the treatment is x it.
Very clear explanation of disease state, easy to follow and understand. I commend your presentation skills. Great job.
My mom died a few days after they discovered she had this. They had done an endoscopy and colonoscopy , I think these procedures punctured something, there was a burst and she died of sepsis about a week later, happened so quick.
Sorry
Rip🙏🏻
If you are inflamed a colonoscopy should never be done for this reason
scary
Great information. At first I thought I hurt my back like a spasm after pain increased and I started to put things together I know now what has happened will se dr tomorrow.
Has anyone on here experienced the intense burning in the lower back? I sobbed all night with my first attack. It felt like my back was being roasted. I had no idea what was happening and didn't connect the two things until years later.
I have a feeling that i have this condition and I also experience from random burning sensations on my back. Not just lower back but sometime, actually most times, my upper back or mid back.
I had acute diverticulitis with an abscess and was in the hospital for a week. The pain was unbearable, I don’t want to go through this again.
Omg 😮 I think I have this. Hospital, a week, painful 😣 Just saw your post
@@irmapugh6497 I hope you get better soon. Last week I had the surgery where they took out 12 inches of the intestine.
I too suffer from this . Very painful. Feel sorry for anyone who has it .
It is horrendous my mum had it.i think by calling the ambulance I probably saved her life.
How did u get diagnosed?
This was an excellent presentation. Thank you very much.
My husband has this and has had both a colostomy and a ileostomy, which he currently has the ileostomy, and it breaks my heart, I am his caregiver and what they said is so true
Very good explanation 👏
wow your videos are very through and leaves no doubts at all. Perfect teacher!
I am currently on antibiotics for an infection. This is my second. It has been 6 years since the first. I didn't have a fever this time, so didn't do anything right away. The pain was still excruciating even though it was a minor infection.
So suprised to see that article on diverticulitis.I have been suffering with that condition for the past eight years now.Thanks very much for your explaination, especially on the Urinary urgency.
OMG, Verna! You must get well! Diet is super important. There’s things you can’t eat. Please drink lots of water. Dr’s don’t tell you to fast when having an episode but you should.
@@dawnaustin4556 what diet is to be followed, could you please tell
@@Naveen-zk5lm one must eliminate certain foods. No red meat, no fried foods, no nuts, no dairy,no alcohol, no oils that are toxic like corn, sunflower, canola, use olive and coconut. While one is having an episode, only liquids. Soups, water, soft cooked eggs. No raw vegetables. No grains.
@@dawnaustin4556 thanks for the reply
Welcome. Are you cured now?
I don't have it but I watched anyway so that I'm informed if I do get it. Thank you, sir.
I had this pain on my right hand side and a temperature of 40. My husband kept telling me it's probably the flu ! On the third day I decided to go to the doctor who then sent me to the ER. They did a TAC scan then a second one with contrast,after that I was sent by ambulance to another hospital where I was kept in for 5 days. I actually had a small perforation. They decided not to operate until and if it happens again. Since then I have never been the same, it takes hours and hours to digest food and my stomach bloats
That's so sad to hear you are still suffering from this same disease. Am feeling for you right now, I know of a doctor who can help you get rid of this. He also help me from this same disease, He can also help cure yours permanently
Awhhhh,, try digestive enzymes..they help me . I can't eat without them
@@roselinepeter1312 in what country?
@@bubbles8140 his from west Africa
Drinking lots of fluids helps. Also I believe that prolonged sitting exasperates this issue. We weren't made to sit. My waist band on my jeans causes issues with discomfort.
So, drink lots of fluids.
Walk or stand as often as possible. Standing desks?
Eat healthy.
I was diagnosed with this and this video explains a lot gives me a better understanding of my condition
Thank you, very informative.I have it but did not get any information/ advice from any medical profession on the subject.Not even when diagnosed, but it was only after i'd gone to hospital over upper right abdo intence pain.
Had a "flare up" over the new year period. I felt really rough.18 days before i started feeling any better.
Had Surgery 6 years ago colon vesicular fistula due to diverticulitis 6 years later still having problems 😞 almost worst than before TERRIBLE TERRIBLE
Thank you for the detailed explanation on diverticulitis. So appreciated 🙏❤️
Hi again, doctor i forgot to say i don't smoke ,don't drink and I exercise maybe 3 times a week ,thanks.
Thank you, this is very helpful.
Just want to say thank you for making a very detail video on this !!
I knew I should have signed up for science class
😂
I'd take Science classes over Mathematica any day- I loathed Algebra, Geometry, Calculus- the arithmetical component of Physics made me not enjoy it as well! Why did I even take those subjects ? BECAUSE MY PARENTS AND GUIDANCE ADVISORS Said I was BRILLANT! Maybe so but I was smart enough to loathe the hours I spent THERE!
From April until June, I had one long episode. It was awful, every symptom this video addressed except vomiting. It's awful. I've since lost 37 pounds and I now eat 1 cup of unsweetened applesauce every morning. I don't know if I'm being superstitious, but that applesauce has brought me good luck. I haven't had an episode since. It's awful. Thank you for this video which describes the condition better than any of my doctors did.
Why do people get chills? No one ever addresses chills, ever. No answers!
Me too , I also get chills
It’s your body trying to stay warm
as a suffer, this is the best video ive seen on it
I'm here because I'm so worried with the numbing sensation in the lower part of my abdomen. I had ultrasound and endoscopy checked 1 year ago but they found nothing. When i tried to control my pee,the numb feels in my legs too.
Incredible video most informative and necessary it’s videos like this that prevent misdiagnosis
I suffer from this and last year was no fun. I have digestive issues because I have MS. I eat a lot of veggies and fruit with a little meat and dairy. My gastro suggest a little Miralax every day to help.
Mine has me on 2 dose a day BC of severe constipation ...I started having severe stomach cramping nonstop for 8days and it normal only when I need to use bathroom but I wasn't able to eat for 12 straight days and still cramping both grandmother n mother have this diverticulitis so I'm praying I don't and I get over this...
@@heatherking8689 how r u doing
Mom suffered with this "Disease" more than half a century ago and succumbed after abdominal surgery in Aug 1975. Surgeons cut you wide open to remedy chronic issues. Mom later had a Colostomy in 1972. The patient lost muscle control in the lower ab for some time until healing was effective--not to mention the pain. Mom spent 2 weeks in the hospital for her "Surgeries." Now at 70 I have the old age aspect of Diverticulitis, but at least it is not Colitis which has bleeding. Surgery is more advanced and/or precise, maybe less invasive now? In early 1966 as a teen, I developed lower right quadrant pain. I thought I had Appendicitis, but they said my white blood count was normal. I was constipated and could not eat, missed a week at school. This abated but nothing was determined by the medical pros. It never occurred again after that week.
If I didn’t get an accordian drain at the ER, I could of died. This was a light surgery but I understand that the surgery can vary and be serious
There seems to be a genetic component as my dad, and his siblings all suffered from this, all having parts of their colons removed eventually. Unlucky as I am, me too, had to go on antibiotics a couple times when it would flare up, doctor always said "Go to emergency room" if I got a fever or felt weak. Didn't listen very well. Years later had a mild heart attack, couple stents, released. Less than 24 hours after getting out of the hospital, my stomach really hurting, I felt weak, was sweating and went to emergency room. I was in bad shape by then and lost consciousness before being wheeled through the door as I couldn't stand by this time. I had gone into sepsis. Emergency surgery at a different hospital with a worried surgery team due my still being loaded with non-reversable blood thinners. I woke up with colostomy bag. Had to wait over a year for reversal due to blood thinners for the cardiac stents. Take it serious if you develop severe pain, fever or weakness.
I think so to, I have it. And do dosen't my son.
Do you know the name of the genetic condition? This happened to my dad and now it’s happening to me
@@danielalandaverde I don't know of any strong evidence that it has a genetic component. The doctors at the university hospital that treated me described it as seeming to have a family line correlation, but besides genetics it could be diet which tends to run similiar within families or it could be something totally unthought of. There is a lot of speculation that a western diet increases the risk, but I couldn't find anything where they seem to know for sure what causes it, nor could the doctors that treated me.
Yes you all have the Same diet, go vegetarian eat lots of veggies and fruits eat no meat 2 meals a day pray God loves you
Diverticulitis seems to effect more people from Irish descent
Thank you for such a clear presentation! Sadly my mother passed away from a perforated colon (septic shock), I believe It was due to previous diverticulitis in her life. I've been having lower left quadrant pain for a few months and today it started turning sharp so I'm going to be going to the doctor. I'm terrified of perforation! For obvious reasons
Thanks for the video it is very informative and the pictures r also great ive had diverticulitis and i had severe pain in my lower left abdomen i did have a slight fever and was nauseated,,,ive stopped eating nuts and seeds for 3 months i started eating oatmeal. At least twice a weak or i would eat oatmeal day one and day two i would eat other foods with fiber like avocados 🥑 or broccoli 🥦 or anything easy to digest and that helped me a lot
My grandmother has this. And now I have been dealing with diverticulitis like symptoms. I'm changing my diet immediately and decreasing my opiate medication intake.
Had it 3 years ago thought it just acid reflux. This winter came back with help from Google and my sister found out i have it too. Steel cut oatmeal in am, high fiber diet, tums, vanilla pudding, stay away from spicy and high fat foods. No caffeine, limit alcohol. Life cereal and rice crispies help alot. God bless all that have it it sucks!
Skip nuts too?
@@cynthiacollins2832 yes unfortunately they get caught in the pouches of intestines. I miss nuts but they'll hurt u. Creamy peanut butter is ok.
Hi thank you fir the info my husband just got a call that he has it .. wat other foods are good to eat ? Are Red meats and pork chops bad ?
@@gloriavargas6214 yup stay away from pork, some red meat but limited. Chicken and fish very good 4 u!
@@gloriavargas6214 yes pork very bad limit red meat eat more chicken and fish. Life cereal has calcium carbonate in it same ingredient as tums. Use 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar a day 2 keep diverticulitis at bay. Fresh veggies, fruits, grape juice helps me 2!
I have this. Since 4-5 years ago. I was in so much pain, I collapsed at work, went Hospital and they gave me stuff for it and kept me in 2 days and if, it hadn't improved were going to operate. I do pancreatic massage and find this helps alot with this and especially if you find it, painful to poo. I also had to change what foods I eat and I can't eat large amounts of meat. I have to cut meat up into very small bits and have a smallish plate of food. I also take co-enzyme q10, selenium and zinc. I have found myself this has really helped and now, I even realize I have it. Sometimes it flares up, but I do a pancreatic massage and it is fine. If you get in pain with this though, go to your Doctor as it is a serious condition. Most people haven't even heard of it and it is bloody painful.
I get a burning and painful sensation on my lower part of my tummy, this happens mostly after I overeat (have a big meal than my usual meal, or when I consume too many different kinds of food in a day)..what do I to stop this?
Hi I'm Marc's wife Mandy, Marc has been gracious to encourage me to write and post a comment about this video, back in November 11 ,2015 I had a full Hysterectomy and the nurse told my about this as a side affect of the Hysterectomy , It just occurred to me after my husband pointed out all the symptoms about what the nurse ha told me about but failed to give me Discharge papers over. Thankfully my husband looks up medical symptoms and he actually takes the time to try to figure my medical issues out, I have a Lupus , Epilepsy ,Raynaud's syndrome and a bunch of other stuff thats way to much to type out, I am very thankful that my husband does do research because we don't have any real doctors on the California/Oregon boarder not even a decent hospital, they have wannabe nurse practitioners ,CNA's and they don't have except 1 doctor who isn't always there Sutter Coast Hospital is what its called. and if anyone goes in there the first thing they ASSUME is that your Drug seeking. sorry for the rant but I do tell it how it is. thank you for reading, I would type more but I think my hubby wants his computer back .
Ask him,for your own computer for Christmas...
Yea..I second that. Seriously.
Dr said I have a mild case..but I believe stress makes it worse. Along with with diet stress causes it.
Cat 11, stress is a big factor, at least with me.
@@lindamercantini5731 Yes I believe so I'm retired should be living easy life then decided to get married to an immigrant and preparing for marriage interviews our last one was very stressful.
Yes, stress can bring on a diverticulitis attack for me. Food may play a part, also.
Hi 🙋♀️ is the pain like you have hip pain ???
Oh my gosh, thank you! This is what I have. I'm pretty young but I have a lot of gut issues and eds so this makes total sense. I was put on strong antibiotics because they thought I had a uti but it only got worse.
Is this really what you had??
@@captainfriday3505 I don't know, it just kinda went away one day.
@@BlueMoon-qv6tm good for you man. I hope i can get the same success 🙏
Please what happened next damn going through same.. Taking strong antibiotics but it's not helping 🥲😭
@@Reactionvlogwithsanjoy Are you ok now? Do you also have diverticulitis?
Thanks for sharing you really a great Teacher I understood 😘💎👑
Thank you i am having this problem right now
See my comment 4 help god bless it hurts!
I got it and I’ll tell you what that pain is at times unbearable, I’m just bout an vegetarian with little meat more veggies, veggie drink twice a day so far ok
I’m no expert but I think you should go one of two ways, whichever relieves the symptoms the most, - either a high fibre diet, or a no/low fibre diet. Obviously no red meat, and I’d suggest no cabbage or sweet corn, or anything known to be indigestible.
I had a colonoscopy a couple of years ago and when I came out of the influence of the anesthetic, they told me I had diverticulitis and gave me info of what I needed to do.
Same problem
@@noliellego1803 Welcome. Are you cured now?
I'm having lower left side pain
It hurts! Had the urinary frequency forever. My Dr doesn't seem worried about it. The pain going down my leg is awful. No mention of this. I don't feel like going to the ER.
I had chronic diverticulitis induced from a lengthy stay on a diuretic pill. I recently had emergency surgery since my sigmoid colon had the beginnings of a perforation with a gas bubble. It was ready to blow! The colon had changed shape and became fist-like and heart shaped. I would NOT want to wish this on anyone. Take care of yourselves...watch your diet...and be well.
That's so sad to hear you are still suffering from this same disease. Am feeling for you right now, I know of a doctor who can help you get rid of this. He also help me from this same disease, He can also help cure yours permanently
@@roselinepeter1312 not anymore I had surgery and am on the mend. Thank you for caring for a complete stranger! Peace to you my friend!
@@suzymchughzie alright you are welcome.. I pray for you to have permanent, stay healthy
Really informative and well presented video. Thank you so much.
Most helpful video I've seen so far. Very well explained thank you 😊