I finally got mine under control after years of suffering. My last flare up was so bad I almost passed out, was put on a strong antibiotic for 2 weeks, liquid diet, cleared it up. Since, I’ve modified my diet, I removed pretty much everything with seeds, hot spicy foods, added fiber, more water, less coffee, no alcohol!
I respectfully disagree about certain triggers that cause diverticulitis. Every one of my attacks, 5 in all, so far, was a result of something i ate. With each attack, i would recall what i ate over the last couple days. I'm not a dr but i know what happens with me. Just as medical staff dont know how or why diverticulitis happens, (from 1st stage to an infection/abcess) they dont know food is definitely a factor. When im very careful and aware of what i eat, i can go 6 months without an attack. Very good video, thank you
Glad to hear you are feeling better. We are all a bit different at the end of the day and im glad you identified your triggers. Was it the same food all 5 times? Glad you enjoyed the video! 🙂
Hi its very true was in hospital 3 yrs ago dr did a colonscopy and foynd l had diverticulitis and told me its nothing to worry l need to manage it myself by eating the right food l and knw whn l eat thr wrog food it triggers me so yre video was too good tnks
Thank you . very helpful- my take away is no matter what - water water water ! and odr acute flare ups - clear liquids- low fibre . In general, high fiber … many veggies/ greens etc
I am currently in the midst of a very painful diverticulitis attack! I guess my searching the web for help & answers caused this video to appear on my iPad! I am glad as this was very helpful info! Thank you!
These are on wall flat , have to scrap off. Not going through that again. I eat everything, No gall bladder , cant get to bathroom fast enough 😳 just live life as best you can. I stay home a lot . Take herbs, vitamins. I do lots
Thank you for posting this. I'm currently battling my second severe diverticulitis attack in less than a year, and it's by far my worst out of all of them. I was prescribed both Ciprofloxacin and Metronidazole for antibiotics and Indomethacin for pain, but I added Tylenol as well to help a bit more, and Latulose for a laxative since I'm so backed up. I have only had water snd a little broth in the past two days, so it's been hard because the antibiotics are causing nausea which just results in constant wreching with occasional vomit. I would never wish this on my worst enemy. I wish GI disorders weren't taboo to talk about. I have a redundent colon, so digesting my food is harder and I think it contributes to my diverticulitis flare ups.
I started drinking OKRA WATER 💧 YES.. it's helped a lot (cut - up okra in a pitcher of 💧 & refrigerate. It's slimy & It's works for me easier digestion & bowel movement. Benefits are many read for urself 😅 or 👂 utube okra 💧 I hope it helps Ciproflaxin (sp) side effect is 😮 death. sentence. Certainly calmed mine down. I no it'll help u Jennifer...🙏🕊 give it a try frozen cut up okra & 💧 the thicker the better... its A Probotic natural & inexpensive.Keeps me regular 1st thing in the morning & last drink @ nite.
Maybe digestive enzymes to help assimilate and break down foods? Try the FOD map diet. I have the opposite of your, I deal with diarrhea. This past Dec it came on me like a freight train. I had to go to urgent care Dec 30th. Had a colonoscopy in Feb. The doc removed three small polyps, says I have this disease and internal hemorrhoids. I get pain on the opposite side of where he said he sees my diverticuli. So I am going in for a final follow up to see what he says on how to handle all of this. In Jan, he told me to start the FOD map. I drink peppermint teas, tumeric teas, and was put on all those meds you were put on. I could not tolerate the meds for the cramps.
Yes, I was just about to pull out all of my hair out in frustration, but you have explained clearly the many contradictory specialists' recommendations out there. LOW FIBER when it is acute, then back to the healthy lifestyle. I have had pain now for months and a CT scan showed a diverticulum in the ULQ just where the pain is. But that is all the Dr. said. No advice or direction. It is confusing, scary and painful... Thank you.
I had to sit down and ask my doc all I needed to do etc. He got a little offended when I asked a specific question and I looked at him and said, hey, you're the specialist in the field and I need directions and I am sure I am not his only patient that needs clarity. I had to ask for poop samples and blood work to rule out anything serious. He did not mention taking those steps????
I am confused as well after I had my gallbladder removed. Then I starting getting severe diarrhea. And it was so uncontrollable I had to go the emergency room. Then I got admitted to the hospital. It was the nightmare of my life. I'm scared to even eat anything. I lost 10 lbs. When I went to the doctor's office. I wanted to lose weight but not where it would make me sick.
I was told I had a polip long time ago like 10 years ago and some fissures and possibly IBS. I was told not to eat bread and just be healthy plus fiber powders but is been so difficult and I don’t think that helped but today research why I get flare ups from foods so much and this came up and I never thought about this and I always think is just ibs but it seems to calm down whenever I eat bone broths and cooked vegetables only I also notice if I eat fat free and gluten free I don’t have any pain but it never cross my mind this is what I could have. That doctor mention a polip but not severe and that I mite been having ibs. Why doctor don’t give you more information and just leave it to you to wonder what to do and how to live. This video help me so much why I eat what eat now thank you and god help us all and bless you’ll ❤
A comment I addressed on a prior comment. The difference mainly being the layer of the tissue affected. I think the rest of the video has some good info. Hope you found it helpful
Indeed you are correct. It depends on the layer it is affecting. The third picture at 50s shows it well. I wouldn’t say they are opposite, but merely growths affecting different layers in the anatomy of the colon wall.
I had it for 3 yrs. with 3 attacks. I was always relieved from the pain when I empty. Then I make sure that I eat lots of fiber and not to allow any constipation. And drinking lots of water plus keeping active. If you eat healthy food with lots of fiber, you will minimize or prevent attacks. The attack happens slowly, so the minute you fail some pain, eat lots of fiber and liquid food and make sure to chow the food very well. This will ease the pressure in the colon and take the pain away
I believe a high carb diet with not enough water or fiber and very little exercise. I’m doing intermediate fasting and keto as a lifestyle change. My goal is to get out of the obesity range of my bmi. Good luck
I'm in a hospital today, August 19th, 2024. I ended up in the er on Friday cause of low blood pressure and bleeding. They have me on a liquid diet, I'm guessing, having a colonoscopy again. I had one done 4 months ago, and they found diverticulosis and hemorrhoids but now I've been bleeding for a few weeks so I've been loosing a lot of blood. I'm new to all of this and the doctors know very little about this
Doc just diagnosed my mother with this. They said no carbs, fiber or sugar. This video says eat fiber 😂😂😂 They pretty much told her to fast for two weeks without saying "fast" They also didn't provide a diet. Told her to go to a gastrologist. Well that can take weeks to get an appointment, so what does she do now? If you are capable of diagnosis, you should be able to pull up information about a F-ing diet for someone. Also the mis-treatment of patients. Leaving an old woman in bed to piss herself. Then when you come in treat her like she's a burden act rude. This happened to the elderly lady next to my mother. I wasn't there, If I was I'd probably be arrested right now. I'm a military vet so I know about the sacrifice when it comes to aiding others. I acted with professionalism even when a know threat was relevant. So from one public servant to another - they need to learn how to tighten up their shit or be removed from this field. I think they feel untouchable so they freely act this way. It needs to stop now. Rant over...
Well said! If they don’t want to actually HELP people and not train just to wear the COAT the most part of attending to the illness is the connection between HUMNANS no judgement of agenda age or social status … Rudeness only aggravates the situation and feeds the EGO pump the chest as you close the curtain around the bed. Then ask yourself at the end of your shift DID I SHOW UP TODAY for the SERVICE I trained to do yes it’s not a privilege to treat someone’s Sister Mother Grandmother Uncle Brother or Dad. Have a GREAT SHIFT🧚♂️
They say high fiber for prevention but i was eating a lot of celery for like 2 days straight, why IDK just was craving it with ranch… well 2 days later im in ER with this so i know for sure you can pinpoint what causes it. Then once i was eating a ton of pistachios for a few days in a row as I bought a huge bag 👉🏼ER
Great video....im suffering from a flare up and it's not going away...no fever or unbearable pain....just bloating, mild pain and spasms in my gut...im on a liquid fast now and its been 2 days.... Question is how long should I stay on the liquid fast and when I come off should I still feel the discomfort even going into the soft diet.... I'd really appreciate it if I could get answer or some advice....a week ago I fasted for just 2 days went on a soft diet and it still felt the same...no better .... same bloating and pain and lose of appetite
Yes, that's not much of an answer really. I don't think that fibres are the answer. Find something that is not an irritant, doesn't cause gas formation in the bowels, doesn't increase the bulk and doesn't make your blood glucose go through the roof. Find something that the human species ate for a couple of million years.
It took me a while to figure out what not to do? No seeds associated with vegetables. beans, popcorn, nuts. Eating an apple every day , added cheerios and metamucil .
So this was extremely helpful today! My sister is having an attack the first attack she had to go to the hospital that was released with antibiotic and diet. That was like 6 ,7 months ago . Now today she has woke up with cramping and not feeling good no fever still not feeling good. Definitely going to follow this diet the next few days. But can you tell me what she can take for pain. Over the counter just doesn't do the trick. Should she have a doctor just for situations to monitor her when she does have an attack and maybe get some pain medication when she does get an attack? I've told her I think she needs to have a doctor just to have a doctor for this disease. What do you recommend for pain relief for her? She is using heating pad rest fluids I just wish she wasn't in so much pain. Again your video was excellent very easy to understand just excellent thank you from a concerned sister
Im so happy you found it useful. I hope all goes well and there are better days ahead. Depending on where you are located there are different painkillers. But i certainly think someone needs to keep an eye on things!
Ever since my attack I haven't the desire to eat anything. Me not getting to eat what I like eating. The low fiber will constipate me but after I had severe diarrhea. I don't like diarrhea or constipation. Both problems can cause diverticulitis. There has to be a middle ground and finding what you can eat. I'm afraid if I stay on a low fiber diet forever. I don't want Cancer.
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I finally got mine under control after years of suffering. My last flare up was so bad I almost passed out, was put on a strong antibiotic for 2 weeks, liquid diet, cleared it up. Since, I’ve modified my diet, I removed pretty much everything with seeds, hot spicy foods, added fiber, more water, less coffee, no alcohol!
Im glad it is all working out for you! Just keep at it!
I respectfully disagree about certain triggers that cause diverticulitis. Every one of my attacks, 5 in all, so far, was a result of something i ate. With each attack, i would recall what i ate over the last couple days. I'm not a dr but i know what happens with me. Just as medical staff dont know how or why diverticulitis happens, (from 1st stage to an infection/abcess) they dont know food is definitely a factor. When im very careful and aware of what i eat, i can go 6 months without an attack. Very good video, thank you
Glad to hear you are feeling better. We are all a bit different at the end of the day and im glad you identified your triggers. Was it the same food all 5 times?
Glad you enjoyed the video! 🙂
Hi its very true was in hospital 3 yrs ago dr did a colonscopy and foynd l had diverticulitis and told me its nothing to worry l need to manage it myself by eating the right food l and knw whn l eat thr wrog food it triggers me so yre video was too good tnks
@@JasmineHurrinarain-qs4fd im glad you found it useful. I hope you are feeling better!
I found that going Gluten free has improved my very poor condition enormously. !
Thank you . very helpful- my take away is no matter what - water water water ! and odr acute flare ups - clear liquids- low fibre . In general, high fiber … many veggies/ greens etc
Exactly. We are all a bit different but the aim is to be as healthy as possible. Glad the video helped :)
Train yourself to chew every mouthful to a liquid. This will help with digestion.
I think thats a helpful tip as well!
You got that right
Thanks for NOT having ads! But make it simple STOP consuming ALL Carbs, Sugars, Plants, and Processed Foods!!!
Glad you liked it. There is def some truth to it. Processed food is a disaster
So meats are ok to eat?
Has this worked for you?
I am currently in the midst of a very painful diverticulitis attack! I guess my searching the web for help & answers caused this video to appear on my iPad! I am glad as this was very helpful info! Thank you!
I am glad the video helps a bit. I hope you feel better. Would you like me to cover any other topic?
These are on wall flat , have to scrap off. Not going through that again. I eat everything, No gall bladder , cant get to bathroom fast enough 😳 just live life as best you can. I stay home a lot . Take herbs, vitamins. I do lots
Keep doing what works for you. You got this
Me to diet has nothing to do with it
Thank you for posting this. I'm currently battling my second severe diverticulitis attack in less than a year, and it's by far my worst out of all of them. I was prescribed both Ciprofloxacin and Metronidazole for antibiotics and Indomethacin for pain, but I added Tylenol as well to help a bit more, and Latulose for a laxative since I'm so backed up. I have only had water snd a little broth in the past two days, so it's been hard because the antibiotics are causing nausea which just results in constant wreching with occasional vomit. I would never wish this on my worst enemy. I wish GI disorders weren't taboo to talk about. I have a redundent colon, so digesting my food is harder and I think it contributes to my diverticulitis flare ups.
I hope the videos help. Keep on pushing through. There is a battle to be won in the mind as well. Stay strong!
I started drinking
OKRA WATER 💧 YES.. it's helped a lot
(cut - up okra in a pitcher of 💧 & refrigerate. It's slimy
& It's works for me
easier digestion & bowel movement.
Benefits are many
read for urself 😅 or 👂 utube okra 💧
I hope it helps Ciproflaxin (sp) side effect is 😮 death. sentence. Certainly calmed mine down.
I no it'll help u Jennifer...🙏🕊 give it a try
frozen cut up okra & 💧
the thicker the better... its A Probotic natural & inexpensive.Keeps me regular 1st thing in the morning & last drink @ nite.
Maybe digestive enzymes to help assimilate and break down foods? Try the FOD map diet. I have the opposite of your, I deal with diarrhea. This past Dec it came on me like a freight train. I had to go to urgent care Dec 30th. Had a colonoscopy in Feb. The doc removed three small polyps, says I have this disease and internal hemorrhoids. I get pain on the opposite side of where he said he sees my diverticuli. So I am going in for a final follow up to see what he says on how to handle all of this. In Jan, he told me to start the FOD map. I drink peppermint teas, tumeric teas, and was put on all those meds you were put on. I could not tolerate the meds for the cramps.
Yes, I was just about to pull out all of my hair out in frustration, but you have explained clearly the many contradictory specialists' recommendations out there. LOW FIBER when it is acute, then back to the healthy lifestyle. I have had pain now for months and a CT scan showed a diverticulum in the ULQ just where the pain is. But that is all the Dr. said. No advice or direction. It is confusing, scary and painful... Thank you.
It can be confusing but im glad you got some clarity and you found the video helpful. Goodluck. Im sure everything will be fine!
I had to sit down and ask my doc all I needed to do etc. He got a little offended when I asked a specific question and I looked at him and said, hey, you're the specialist in the field and I need directions and I am sure I am not his only patient that needs clarity. I had to ask for poop samples and blood work to rule out anything serious. He did not mention taking those steps????
Definitely there is a lot to discuss about it. It’s not a simple conversation for sure. Im glad the videos help!@@leeglee111
I am confused as well after I had my gallbladder removed. Then I starting getting severe diarrhea. And it was so uncontrollable I had to go the emergency room. Then I got admitted to the hospital. It was the nightmare of my life. I'm scared to even eat anything. I lost 10 lbs. When I went to the doctor's office. I wanted to lose weight but not where it would make me sick.
I was told I had a polip long time ago like 10 years ago and some fissures and possibly IBS. I was told not to eat bread and just be healthy plus fiber powders but is been so difficult and I don’t think that helped but today research why I get flare ups from foods so much and this came up and I never thought about this and I always think is just ibs but it seems to calm down whenever I eat bone broths and cooked vegetables only I also notice if I eat fat free and gluten free I don’t have any pain but it never cross my mind this is what I could have. That doctor mention a polip but not severe and that I mite been having ibs. Why doctor don’t give you more information and just leave it to you to wonder what to do and how to live. This video help me so much why I eat what eat now thank you and god help us all and bless you’ll ❤
@@Nina-vi7rv im so glad it has helped you. It means a lot and i am glad you feel better
Thank you for this video. This is the only video I've seen that addresses this issue!
Im very glad it helped. Its the whole point, give you the knowledge and take it from there :)
When you called diverticulitis “polyps” everyone needs to ignore everything from that point
A comment I addressed on a prior comment. The difference mainly being the layer of the tissue affected. I think the rest of the video has some good info. Hope you found it helpful
@@clinicalchronicles nope I stopped when I realised you know less than thee most basic understanding
Whatever floats your boat 👍🏼
I enjoyed this video. Lots of valuable information
Im glad you found it helpful. I try to pack in as much information as I can :)
Great video
Im glad you found it useful. More videos on the topic incoming 😊
Thank you for this video!
You are so welcome!
From what I’ve studied, they’re not polyps. Polyps protrude out while diverticuli is the opposite of a polyp. They are pouches.
Indeed you are correct. It depends on the layer it is affecting. The third picture at 50s shows it well. I wouldn’t say they are opposite, but merely growths affecting different layers in the anatomy of the colon wall.
Not “growths” more like the opposite; atrophy/herniation from colonic weakened wall
I had it for 3 yrs. with 3 attacks. I was always relieved from the pain when I empty. Then I make sure that I eat lots of fiber and not to allow any constipation. And drinking lots of water plus keeping active. If you eat healthy food with lots of fiber, you will minimize or prevent attacks. The attack happens slowly, so the minute you fail some pain, eat lots of fiber and liquid food and make sure to chow the food very well. This will ease the pressure in the colon and take the pain away
@@cameronvitro8971 that’s the way! So glad you feel good now
Thanks,that was most useful to know!
Really glad you found it useful!
I believe a high carb diet with not enough water or fiber and very little exercise.
I’m doing intermediate fasting and keto as a lifestyle change.
My goal is to get out of the obesity range of my bmi.
Good luck
You can absolutely do it. Dominate it instead of letting it dominate you!
Thank you. Good video, straight to the point.
Im glad you found it useful!
Thanks again,
Let me know what else you would like me to cover in a video?
Thank you.
You're welcome!
I'm in a hospital today, August 19th, 2024. I ended up in the er on Friday cause of low blood pressure and bleeding. They have me on a liquid diet, I'm guessing, having a colonoscopy again. I had one done 4 months ago, and they found diverticulosis and hemorrhoids but now I've been bleeding for a few weeks so I've been loosing a lot of blood. I'm new to all of this and the doctors know very little about this
❤i do hope things go well. Keep in touch with your healthcare professionals
Doc just diagnosed my mother with this. They said no carbs, fiber or sugar. This video says eat fiber 😂😂😂
They pretty much told her to fast for two weeks without saying "fast"
They also didn't provide a diet. Told her to go to a gastrologist. Well that can take weeks to get an appointment, so what does she do now?
If you are capable of diagnosis, you should be able to pull up information about a F-ing diet for someone.
Also the mis-treatment of patients. Leaving an old woman in bed to piss herself. Then when you come in treat her like she's a burden act rude.
This happened to the elderly lady next to my mother. I wasn't there, If I was I'd probably be arrested right now.
I'm a military vet so I know about the sacrifice when it comes to aiding others.
I acted with professionalism even when a know threat was relevant.
So from one public servant to another - they need to learn how to tighten up their shit or be removed from this field.
I think they feel untouchable so they freely act this way. It needs to stop now.
Rant over...
Definitely lots of things to be improved upon. Im sorry about your experience. Im glad the video helped and Im praying your mom feels better!
Well said!
If they don’t want to actually HELP people and not train just to wear the COAT the most part of attending to the illness is the connection between HUMNANS no judgement of agenda age or social status …
Rudeness only aggravates the situation and feeds the EGO pump the chest as you close the curtain around the bed.
Then ask yourself at the end of your shift DID I SHOW UP TODAY for the SERVICE I trained to do yes it’s not a privilege to treat someone’s Sister Mother Grandmother Uncle Brother or Dad.
Have a GREAT SHIFT🧚♂️
They say high fiber for prevention but i was eating a lot of celery for like 2 days straight, why IDK just was craving it with ranch… well 2 days later im in ER with this so i know for sure you can pinpoint what causes it. Then once i was eating a ton of pistachios for a few days in a row as I bought a huge bag 👉🏼ER
Im glad you found what works for you. Check out the diverticular disease ebook if you want :)
Great video....im suffering from a flare up and it's not going away...no fever or unbearable pain....just bloating, mild pain and spasms in my gut...im on a liquid fast now and its been 2 days.... Question is how long should I stay on the liquid fast and when I come off should I still feel the discomfort even going into the soft diet.... I'd really appreciate it if I could get answer or some advice....a week ago I fasted for just 2 days went on a soft diet and it still felt the same...no better .... same bloating and pain and lose of appetite
Stick with it and get through it. Have a look at the other vids for some more information. As long as you stay strong you will get through it!
Why not seeing a homeopathic Dr ..He/she can help you out for sure..
What makes you think fiber is important to avoid diverticulitis? In a carb-heavy diet it might be. In a paleo or LCHF or carnivore diet it is not.
I think fiber is important in any diet to be honest. That’s the main message
Yes, that's not much of an answer really. I don't think that fibres are the answer.
Find something that is not an irritant, doesn't cause gas formation in the bowels, doesn't increase the bulk and doesn't make your blood glucose go through the roof.
Find something that the human species ate for a couple of million years.
It took me a while to figure out what not to do? No seeds associated with vegetables. beans, popcorn, nuts. Eating an apple every day , added cheerios and metamucil .
@@cherylschneider6903 as long as you found a balance and keep it healthy. Glad the video helped!
Eating red meat and peanuts trigger my flare ups.
Not the only person that has told me this. Try and limit both and introduce slowly and see if you can tolerate it 😊
Same 🙏
What kind of read meat?
So this was extremely helpful today! My sister is having an attack the first attack she had to go to the hospital that was released with antibiotic and diet. That was like 6 ,7 months ago . Now today she has woke up with cramping and not feeling good no fever still not feeling good. Definitely going to follow this diet the next few days. But can you tell me what she can take for pain. Over the counter just doesn't do the trick. Should she have a doctor just for situations to monitor her when she does have an attack and maybe get some pain medication when she does get an attack? I've told her I think she needs to have a doctor just to have a doctor for this disease. What do you recommend for pain relief for her? She is using heating pad rest fluids I just wish she wasn't in so much pain. Again your video was excellent very easy to understand just excellent thank you from a concerned sister
Im so happy you found it useful. I hope all goes well and there are better days ahead. Depending on where you are located there are different painkillers. But i certainly think someone needs to keep an eye on things!
Give the guy a break with his polyps comment. He obviously knows his stuff.
I found that going Gluten free has improved my very poor condition enormously. !
Thats good to hear. We are all a bit different so I am glad that works for you :)
Ever since my attack I haven't the desire to eat anything. Me not getting to eat what I like eating. The low fiber will constipate me but after I had severe diarrhea. I don't like diarrhea or constipation. Both problems can cause diverticulitis. There has to be a middle ground and finding what you can eat. I'm afraid if I stay on a low fiber diet forever. I don't want Cancer.
@@jennieosborne3530 just stay strong and keep making a plan with your doctors
Thank you. I never heard that having a bowel movement less often than once a day was normal. 12 - 72 hours sounds wrong. Is that real?
@@frankconley7630 indeed! There are some other videos on the topic as well re colon transit time. Have a look :)
Good topic but too fast taking.
Noted
slippery elm helps
Your all over the place. Smoothie are basically high fiber
Depends what is inside them, clearly 👍🏼
Pockets in weakened bowel wall.
Indeed they are!
Very confusing....one say eat fiber another reduce fibers
@@antonella923 it can all get a bit confusing. But hopefully the video provides a bit of clarity!
Mk
I think the Latin Medical Term for this is "Crapola". This entire video is crapola.
What makes you say that?
cut out the junk food
That’s the way!
Encysted tapeworm larvae maturing in the colon wall