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I got diverticuloses moderate to severe is it advisable to have surgery now or wait til another flair up then have it done.
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Best: Done after the flair of diverticulitis is over. Surgery only needed if you are having recurrent infections despite non-invasive treatment.
Answered 1/21/2017
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Resection.: The surgery for diverticulosis of the colon is to remove said portion of the colon. This is not to be taken lightly. There are specific indications in regards to the number of infections and bleeding episodes before a resection would be indicated.
Answered 1/12/2015
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