I am 61 snd developed diverticulitis 12 months ago. One day I didn’t have it, next day I was doubled over in pain. Had ABD CT to confirm, followed by a colonoscopy after infection cleared. Now I have had 7 diverticulitis flares, treated with Cipro and flagyl -in 12 months. Simultaneously I have been under extreme stress from family issues. I read stress doesn’t cause this, but I think stress can cause anything.
Is there anyone who treats this alternatively? I can’t stand the thought of one more antibiotic round. Plus, I am terrified of my tendons rupturing.
Vegetarian diet? Colon cleanses? Supplements? I need someone else who has another way of approaching this. My gastrenteterologist just referred me to a surgeon to remove my transverse and descending colon. There is no way I am going thst route, especially without trying something else first.
I live in Atlanta metropolitan area. Anyone know of anything else I can try?
Thank you.