Question 1

i have diverticitis and was wondering what causer it to flare up?

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Usually diet: Most americans over 40 have some degree of diverticulosis.Inflammation, or diverticulitis, is frequently caused by diet, such as popcorn hulls or peanuts, etc.Sometimes, it just occurs as some stool is trapped in a diverticulum. During acute episodes, i recommend a low residue diet.When resolved, i encourage a moderate to high fibre diet.Most seeds are ok, but i limit peanuts and popcorn.Good luck.

Question 2

i have diverticitis  and was wondering what caussie it to flare up?

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Short answer is: Bacteria, which can cause infection.  But it is important to increase fiber in your diet in order to prevent progression of disease.

Question 3

does lymes flare up after five yrs?

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It can: Lyme bacteria can hide out in all different types of tissue and undergo changes from a bacteria to a cyst form. When conditions become favorable, it may change back from cyst to active bacterial form. So, yes, it can remain dormant. By the same token, you may also have gotten reinfected 5 years later and even with a different strain of the over 100 strains of lyme bacteria.

Question 4

how do you deal with a lupus flare up?

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Steroids: The most common treatment for a flare of lupus that was previously well controlled is short term steroids. Other options include treatment of individual symptoms, and no treatment.  If the flare-up includes kidney or brain involvement stronger medication such as Cytoxan (cyclophosphamide) or cell pet will be used.

Question 5

how to manage a crohn's disease flare up?

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Diet and medication: A multidirectional approach aimed at decreasing the initiators, such as stress for some patients, a modification of the diet and obviously, medications directed at crohns disease are needed. Short term use of steroids is not unreasonable. A good relaitionship with your gastoenterologist is crucial.

Question 6

how long does/can a crohn's flare up last?

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Varies: This is hard to answer. It can vary quite a bit. Some flares can continue until you get treatment. I suggest that you see your gastroenterologist.

Question 7

having a psoriasis flare up. what can help?

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Topical steroids or: Probably the easiest thing to do is to get some prescription steroid to help with the inflammation and itching. There are other nonsteroidal topicals as well, but u will likely get most rapid relief with a potent steroid. If psoriasis is severe or widespread, oral or injectable meds maybe needed. Keep the areas moist with skin emollient until seen by doc. Good luck.

Question 8

can rosacea be diagnosed before a flare-up?

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Redness: It is characterized by redness on the nose and cheeks, with swollen oil glands. There is no scarring as in lupus.It typically in lighter skin ages 35-55.

Question 9

what are the signs of a pancreatitis flare up?

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Pain going to back: Midepigastric pain that radiates to the back which may be associated with nausea/vomiting are hallmark symptoms of pancreatitis.

Question 10

how long is it normal for a crohn's flare up last?

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Shouldn't flare : While flares are common, it means that the cd is not under control. The cd need more attention and better treatment. So the goal is to be under control so flares don't happen! i recommend an aggressive holistic approach, using conventional and complementary treatments, and looking at all aspects of lifestyle.

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