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Colitis (Expert Forum)
Post Op Surgery of resection of colon
Answered by
Ratnakar Kini, MD - Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
India
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Post Op Surgery of resection of colon
by Carolyn668, Oct 05, 2008 06:21PM
Hi,
I underwent emergency surgery two weeks ago. I am a 29 y/o female and suddenly got a terrible pain on my lower right side. I was diagnosed with Diverticulosis and was told that a polyp had bursted and I needed surgery immediately. They removed six inches of my large intestine on the right side. The surgeon said this is uncommon and I will not have any reoccurence. Is this true? I am also very swollen, numb and in a lot of pain when does it stop and subside? Is there a strict diet I am suppose to follow. I have asked my surgeon and he is very impersonable and not helpful.
I underwent emergency surgery two weeks ago. I am a 29 y/o female and suddenly got a terrible pain on my lower right side. I was diagnosed with Diverticulosis and was told that a polyp had bursted and I needed surgery immediately. They removed six inches of my large intestine on the right side. The surgeon said this is uncommon and I will not have any reoccurence. Is this true? I am also very swollen, numb and in a lot of pain when does it stop and subside? Is there a strict diet I am suppose to follow. I have asked my surgeon and he is very impersonable and not helpful.
Doctor's Answer
by Ratnakar Kini, MD, Oct 12, 2008 08:48AM
, Oct 12, 2008 08:48AM
Hi,
Diverticulosis is more common in elderly patients.Only about 5% occur in patients younger than 40 years.
The risk of recurrence is high in younger patients.
High fiber diet may prevent recurrence.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
Diverticulosis is more common in elderly patients.Only about 5% occur in patients younger than 40 years.
The risk of recurrence is high in younger patients.
High fiber diet may prevent recurrence.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
