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Can massaging the stomach with extra work while you're full holding defecation cause diverticulosis?

Q: can massaging the stomach with extra work while you're full holding defecation cause diverticulosis?

: I don’t know why you would do this, but that does not cause diverticulosis. If you have known diverticulosis, it’s a lot of fiber, hydrate well, and you will likely be fine. Good luck.

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

I don’t know why you would do this, but that does not cause diverticulosis. If you have known diverticulosis, it’s a lot of fiber, hydrate well, and you will likely be fine. Good luck.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 3/27/2023

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A member asked:

Can massaging the stomach with extra work while you're full holding defecation cause diverticulosis?

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