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Colitis (Expert Forum)
Returning diverticulitus
Answered by
Ratnakar Kini, MD - Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis
Institute of Child Health & Hospital for Children
India
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Returning diverticulitus
by sugabeebee13, May 03, 2008 07:41PM
Hi I had colon surgery a little over 1 year ago. I had an abses on my colon from diverticulitus and had 14 inches removed.. I have recently had some pain in the same area as where is was the first time. I was wonder can it return after having the sigmoid part of the colon removed..and how likely is it. Or could it also just be spasms where it was fixed? The pain is not nearly as bad as it was. I just dont want to be getting sick again. And what can I do to keep it from happening again. I am 37 years old.
Doctor's Answer
by Ratnakar Kini, MD, May 03, 2008 09:04PM
, May 03, 2008 09:04PM
Hi sugabeebee13,
Recurrence of diverticulitis may occur following treatment epecially in patients under 40 years of age. You need to consult your doctor if you still have pain.
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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.
Recurrence of diverticulitis may occur following treatment epecially in patients under 40 years of age. You need to consult your doctor if you still have pain.
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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.
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