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I have diverticulosis diag. by colonoscopy can menstruation cause these pouches in sigmoid colon to hurt i feel pressure&some tenderness no infection?

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Constipation: Cramping can make diverticulosis hurt as can a poor diet and low fiber diet with constipaton so a healthy diet with lots of fiber will help diverticulosis.

Answered 6/21/2015

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Dr. Mark Pack answered

Specializes in General Surgery

No: Menstruation has nothing to do with diverticulosis.

Answered 2/4/2015

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