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A member asked:
My diverticulitis keeps coming back after i finish antibiotics. this is my 4th time! what can i do?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
See doctor, surgery: If you have well documented diverticulitis (i.e. Ct proven) then you would probably be a good candidate for surgery. It is important to take the proper antibiotics for 10-14 days to try to cure the infection. A ct should be done to exclude abscess formation as well. You should see your dictor.
Answered 2/20/2016
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Antibiotics : Should be taken for 14 days and you need to stay on a no fiber diet for 6 weeks to allow the colon to heal. If this has been done and you are still having issues, elective surgery between severe attacks is the best option.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Surgery: Time for a surgeon to remove your affected colon.
Answered 3/16/2013
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