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Think I'm having first diverticulitis attack

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Had Colonoscopy diagnosed with diverticulosis and had 12 polyps removed Fri started having sever left side pain tender to touch bloating haven't been to ER haven't eaten in 3 days pain has eased up some but entire stomach still hurts if hurting Monday going to my Dr take gas x pills for bloating he has me on linzess for IBS taking OTC pain meds what should I do this is first time I've ever hurt like this Dr told me symptoms of attack what to look for but no fever with this pain how long will my stomach keep hurting any suggestions

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  • emma69977
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    The pain is most likely from the removal of the polys, do you know where they were situated ? It can take several days to recover, remember they have cut these out and you have to heal.  Try taking broth  drink lots of fluids and take it easy.  Feel better

     

  • 1231Pecan
    1231Pecan Guest

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    Everyone is different, but I personally had no pain whatsoever following a colonoscopy which removed several polyps. Also, the colonoscopy resulted in no bloating nor stomach pain of any kind. I have a colonoscopy once every 3-4 years due to a history of colon cancer in my family. Never had any pain after any of them. I hope the dr. can get to the bottom of the issue for you.
  • vickie47128
    vickie47128 Guest

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    I had my colonoscopy last Tuesday and I am still having tenderness, bloating and gas. Removed 6 polyps and a scrape of colon for biopsy. How many Diverticulosis spots do you have? I have 3 . And a spasmodic colon. Bentyl is what they gave me. And Tylenol. I too am having side pain and the tenderness with some burning sensation. Eat soft food, mashed potatoes and veggies drink a lot of water. Freaking me out to poop. Gives me anxiety. I’ve also been walking and massage abdomen, Heat and ice. Hope you feel better soon. Also take a stool softener.  🤗🙏

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