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Can you eat red meat when you have diverticulitis !?
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Dr. Barry Rosenanswered
General Surgery 36 years experience
Start S-L-O-W-L-Y: If the diverticulitis is severe enough to require hospitalization and IV antibiotics, we usually hold off on any food until the inflammation decreases, after which we start food slowly: first liquids and then a low-residue diet for at least a couple of weeks. Therefore, i would avoid red meat early on and re-introduce it in your diet in moderation after all your symptoms have completely resolved.
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Dr. Kirpal Singhanswered
General Surgery 26 years experience
Depends : If this is acute (just started) u have to see a doctor and usually nothing to eat or drink until things are better. When eating, u have to b on low residue diet for 4 to 6 wks. Red meats can b hard to digest but ok to take. After 6 weeks, high fiber is the key to prevent future complications.
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Last updated Jul 22, 2018
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