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Can you cure diverticulitis?
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Maybe: Diverticulitis is an infection that occurs in/around a diverticulum (a weakness or blowout of the wall of the colon), usually treated with antibiotics. This may solve the infection, but it can happen again, as the diverticulum is still there, along with others as well, as they are usually multiple. Preventive measures may help diminish more attacks, but surgery may be necessary to 'cure' !
Answered 10/24/2017
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Yes: Surgery can remove the segment of the colon that is having diverticulitis. However, usually it is done after a course of antibiotics to treat the active infection.
Answered 6/11/2014
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