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Ive been on a diverticulitis flare up diet for past two days. i have pooped but not much, just small volume pieces. could it be due to my diet? i had some noodles today and mashed potatoes. been taking miralax for few days. should i poop normal soon?

Q: ive been on a diverticulitis flare up diet for past two days. i have pooped but not much, just small volume pieces. could it be due to my diet? i had some noodles today and mashed potatoes. been taking miralax for few days. should i poop normal soon?

: Yes, you should be okay, please be patient.

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Yes, you should be okay, please be patient.

Answered 11/9/2022

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A member asked:

Ive been on a diverticulitis flare up diet for past two days. i have pooped but not much, just small volume pieces. could it be due to my diet? i had some noodles today and mashed potatoes. been taking miralax for few days. should i poop normal soon?

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