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Colonoscopy last week showed diverticulosis. started using align and increased fiber. still have cramping, now loose stools with leakage! ?
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Episode of infection: May be getting diverticulitis , or infection of diverticula, see you doctor for examination and treatment.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Change fiber: The fiber can be causing the symptoms. Try decreasing the dosage or changing fibers completely. Diverticulosis, other than the occasional bleed, is usually asymptomatic.
Answered 8/30/2013
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