A member asked:

Was taking daily supplement of glutamine. stopped and 2 weeks later had first diverticulitis flare. havent taken any glutamine in last 6 months and had numerous flares could this be the cause all along?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

I have never heard of glutamine deficiency as a risk factor for diverticulitis or if it can prevent diverticulitis. Surgery may be indicated if you truly have had so many bouts of diverticulitis in a short period of time. Good luck.

Answered 9/7/2023

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