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Gastroenterology (Expert Forum)
Still having pain
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
KevinMD.com
This forum is for questions regarding Gastroenterology issues such as Acid Reflux (GERD), Barretts Esophagus, Colitis, Colon/Bowel Disorders, Crohn's Disease, Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis, Digestive Disorders, IBS, Stomach Pain.
Still having pain
by Randyspee, Apr 21, 2004 12:00AM
I had colon surgery for diverticular disease. They removed 15" of my colon and my apendix. this surgery was in Sept 2003 and I still am having some pain in lower left side which radiates down into my left groin. Should I expect to still be having some pain from the surgery? Bowel movements are pretty normal although I do go from constipation and diarea (diarrhea) more than normal.
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Apr 21, 2004 12:00AM
, Apr 21, 2004 12:00AM
Typically 8 months after the surgery the pain should resolve. If the pain continues, you may want to inquire if there is any new causes present or if there was a complication from the surgery.
An abdominal CT scan would be a reasonable first test to evaluate if there is a repeat flareup of diverticulitis, as well as any inflammatory colonic disease (i.e. colitis). If negative, a colonoscopy can be considered for further evaluation. These options can be considered with your personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.
An abdominal CT scan would be a reasonable first test to evaluate if there is a repeat flareup of diverticulitis, as well as any inflammatory colonic disease (i.e. colitis). If negative, a colonoscopy can be considered for further evaluation. These options can be considered with your personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.
