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A 50-year-old female asked:
Is it ok to drink alcohol if you have diverticulosis?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Ankush Bansalanswered
Internal Medicine 18 years experience
Its ok: It's ok in moderation. It won't aggravate it. If you have diverticulitis though (with pain, diarrhea, and/or fever), then see a doctor right away for treatment.
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Dr. Dean Giannoneanswered
Internal Medicine 26 years experience
Thats Ok.: Alcohol consumption shouldn't have any direct effect on diverticulosis. bad for the liver, though, so be careful.
3.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Mar 6, 2019
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