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Hi. ate colon strictures common with diverticulitis ? i been passing stool past two days but been small and kinda narrow. today i finally had a more normal bowel movement. had a colonoscopy not long ago and was told have diverticulitis. thank u?

Q: hi. ate colon strictures common with diverticulitis ? i been passing stool past two days but been small and kinda narrow. today i finally had a more normal bowel movement. had a colonoscopy not long ago and was told have diverticulitis. thank u?

: It can be normal for stools to sometimes be narrow, dependent a lot on diet, fiber intake, and colon spasm. It is probably not related to your diverticulosis. I would increase the amount of fiber in your diet and try to focus on remaining well hydrated. See your doctor if the symptoms persist. Good luck.

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It can be normal for stools to sometimes be narrow, dependent a lot on diet, fiber intake, and colon spasm. It is probably not related to your diverticulosis. I would increase the amount of fiber in your diet and try to focus on remaining well hydrated. See your doctor if the symptoms persist. Good luck.

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A member asked:

Hi. ate colon strictures common with diverticulitis ? i been passing stool past two days but been small and kinda narrow. today i finally had a more normal bowel movement. had a colonoscopy not long ago and was told have diverticulitis. thank u?

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