Diverticulitis Signs & Symptoms (And Why They Occur)

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  • čas přidán 26. 07. 2024
  • Diverticulitis is a gastrointestinal condition involving inflammation of diverticula, which are outpouchings or “bulges” in the large intestine that are caused by weak large intestine walls. The diverticula can form more commonly in certain parts of the large intestine, so diverticulitis symptoms can occur more commonly in particular locations on the abdomen. Furthermore, the inflammation and swelling of diverticula can lead to other more non-specific symptoms, which we will discuss in this lesson.
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  • @BOLLOCKS1968
    @BOLLOCKS1968 Před 2 lety +1262

    If it hadn't been for diverticulitis I never would have gone to the emergency room and had a CT scan where they found out that I had stage 2 Renal Cancer with a 2.5 centimeter tumor in my right kidney. Last week I had the cancer and part of my kidney removed during a 4 and a half hour sugery. Left undiagnosed they gave me 3 to 4 years to live. So thank you diverticulitis for saving my life! ✌❤

    • @evavera1346
      @evavera1346 Před 2 lety +34

      I have two verticulos, i do colonoscopy every 3 years, las week I did, dr said no problem, but his checks the stomach, I have hiatal hernia, not two big, recommended strict diet, plus I have arterial vasculitis, please take care your health, God bless you and your family.

    • @Tamar-sz8ox
      @Tamar-sz8ox Před 2 lety +22

      Take care ❤️ wishing you the best possible outcome

    • @shannonrussell3595
      @shannonrussell3595 Před 2 lety +16

      I'm praying 4 u..hope u feel good

    • @evavera1346
      @evavera1346 Před 2 lety +12

      🙏💖🧡💛💚💙God bless you and your family, and everyone 🙏❤

    • @dumbassperze4767
      @dumbassperze4767 Před 2 lety +12

      Glad you caught it in time God bless you

  • @carolynmoffett5
    @carolynmoffett5 Před 2 lety +1415

    LORD I ask that YOU would touch all those who are sick in their bodies. I rebuke diverticulitis and command healing to spring forth. By JESUS stripes they are healed and made whole. LORD I ask that YOU would restore their health and heal them of their wounds. I decree and declare miracles and creative miracles now in JESUS HOLY NAME.

  • @wonderwoman5528
    @wonderwoman5528 Před rokem +163

    I want to spread the word as someone who has had intensely bad flare ups of diverticulitis. My advice to anyone, no matter your diet. The most important change I’ve made to avoid flare ups is to drink a glass of water before anything first thing in the morning. The water aids digestion, stops blockages, encourages bowel movement. Obviously, drinking water after ever meal would also be ideal, but if you’re too busy just make sure the first thing you put to your lips when you wake up is water. Touchwood I haven’t had any flare ups.

    • @wonderwoman5528
      @wonderwoman5528 Před rokem +2

      @Just Peachy go for it. I think it would benefit many people’s guts :)

    • @agztmarreacts3655
      @agztmarreacts3655 Před rokem +2

      Question! What were your symptoms? Was it a sharp pain that comes and goes?

    • @wonderwoman5528
      @wonderwoman5528 Před rokem +6

      @@agztmarreacts3655 the initial flare up had me withering on the floor in agony. The sort of pain that would have you taken to A&E. The pain was in my left side, and was so painful you couldn’t touch it, completely inflamed. Then it took me 2 weeks of a liquid diet, and feeling like I’d been beaten up on the inside, before I could step outside the house.

    • @agztmarreacts3655
      @agztmarreacts3655 Před rokem +2

      @@wonderwoman5528 oh I see, but when it first started how did it start? Just a sharp pain?

    • @wonderwoman5528
      @wonderwoman5528 Před rokem +3

      @@agztmarreacts3655 yes an acute, sharp pain. I was eating a vegetarian sausage at the time, with whole beans inside it. As I swallowed, I bent over double, knowing the bean had got lodged inside my diverticula

  • @victorcraig2525
    @victorcraig2525 Před 2 lety +28

    This is the best way anybody has explained the way it causes you to suffer 💯 fantastic

  • @mechielehardwick2844
    @mechielehardwick2844 Před 2 lety +34

    I'm going through a really bad flare up right now and it has made me so depressed. They told me l had Diverticulitis. I thought l was also developing a UTI didn't realize that this was part of it. Thank You so much.

    • @JM-sr5ct
      @JM-sr5ct Před 2 lety +3

      I hope you are feeling better ❤️

  • @margamassmann9696
    @margamassmann9696 Před 3 lety +107

    I was diagnosed with this condition nearly 20 years ago, but thank God, never had any problems since then.

    • @okeibomo6028
      @okeibomo6028 Před 2 lety +4

      How have you been managing it?
      Will like to know what treatments you've been taking

    • @br4ps-blue
      @br4ps-blue Před 2 lety +4

      What foods and diets have you been using?

    • @alicekenny4081
      @alicekenny4081 Před rokem +4

      Just don’t eat popcorn, nuts and seeds. And stay away from all red meat including pork.

  • @sarahbrennan1342
    @sarahbrennan1342 Před 3 lety +30

    Hi this is one of the best videos I have seen on this. ..... the doctors don’t tell you how serious it can get 💛

  • @cmacalino
    @cmacalino Před rokem +7

    Amazing breakdown of causes and symptoms. Thank you for quality information and no “crappie” sales gimmicks.

  • @noneofyourbusines1476
    @noneofyourbusines1476 Před 3 lety +205

    When I went to the ER doubled up in pain, running a 103° fever, I will never forget the first words fron the admitting nurse..."Now understand we don't give pain meds for a stomach ache." Thankfully, the Doctor on call recognized the problem, and saved my life, barely, with emergency surgery. I had full blown sepsis due to ruptured bowel.

    • @EddieBlout
      @EddieBlout Před 3 lety +24

      I had to beg for pain meds the whole time I was in the hospital as the pain would come back way before the medication wore off. Sorry you had a similar experience. :( This stuff sucks!

    • @ih8people679
      @ih8people679 Před 3 lety +7

      My God.. glad ur okay

    • @peachmelba9333
      @peachmelba9333 Před 3 lety +10

      She was maybe waiting for your stomach to explode and ooze pus through the skin? RULES- WTF- YOU WERE VERY SICK!

    • @britannia55
      @britannia55 Před 3 lety +18

      You should have said to the nurse, so if I just only have a stomach ache why am I being admitted...

    • @joanmcnulty2221
      @joanmcnulty2221 Před 3 lety +10

      Thats shocking what you went through. It should not happen in this day and age. I hope you're keeping well .I have never suffered anything like this and I've had many health issues. I live in Northern Ireland so we're away behind here. Xox

  • @wendywilliams9893
    @wendywilliams9893 Před 2 lety +19

    So very interesting and informative. Thank again for making these symptoms so understandable. Helps enormously

  • @dylanenfield1378
    @dylanenfield1378 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I was diagnosed with diverticulitis at age 23, with perforation and a mass of pus found in my large intestine. Thankfully the surgeons did an amazing job and removed my sigmoid section of my colon, I’m now healthier than ever, with a huge battle scar to show for it👍🏼 it all started with a pain in my right side, and I went to the doctors with the worry of having appendicitis, but it shocked me that this even existed

  • @darlenewilliams0826
    @darlenewilliams0826 Před 2 lety +3

    This was the most informative video I’ve seen and super helpful . Thank you !

  • @Janey-hj6pr
    @Janey-hj6pr Před 2 lety +4

    Thanks to all the people that have left their story even the the topic can be embarrassed or TMI, it really helps others.xx

  • @janetrjones7815
    @janetrjones7815 Před 3 lety +158

    I also had this several years ago. I woke up that morning with such pain especially trying to go to the bathroom. My husband took me to the doctors office, they did a scan and found air in my system. Sent me to a surgeon right away. In the mean time, I felt cold, very weak, just wanted to lay down and sleep. That afternoon I was in emergency surgery and woke up with a colostomy bag. Its since been removed, but I have never felt this much pain and I've had two children. Nothing to ignore.

    • @melindaaldrian9855
      @melindaaldrian9855 Před rokem +1

      This is exactly my story. Glad yours came out well.

    • @oweunuffin2252
      @oweunuffin2252 Před rokem +1

      What kind of doctor do I need to go to? I'm beside myself with pain. Thankyou

  • @alistairewen9558
    @alistairewen9558 Před 3 lety +28

    Had the operation 14 yrs ago, minimum 12 days in hospital. My symptoms were pretty disgusting. The op was completely successful.

    • @TMGMedia73
      @TMGMedia73 Před rokem

      You lucked out with the surgery. I had infectious fluid that kept building up around my lungs and abdomen. Ended up with a pulmonary embolism and a cardiac arrest. I spent a total of 6 months in the hospital from this crap.

  • @shaynezarkowsky5374
    @shaynezarkowsky5374 Před 3 lety +68

    I had mine in the right lower quadrant which threw the doctors off at first. Luckily I got a good ER doctor who brought in a surgeon who recognized right away that I was different but still presenting with darvariculitis. I was admitted for 5 days and ultimately ended up having surgery but thankfully not under emergency escaping a stoma. I am so grateful to good care by this team of doctors.

    • @efdawahfan
      @efdawahfan Před 2 lety

      Did you had corona ?? Did you did keto diet ??

    • @keithblaler7987
      @keithblaler7987 Před 2 lety +1

      Same with mine...lower right!! They thought i might need my amended out!

    • @paulinejordan6905
      @paulinejordan6905 Před 2 lety +2

      @@keithblaler7987 my pain is mainly on right side as well

  • @tinadavis7742
    @tinadavis7742 Před 3 lety +44

    I had diverticulosis. Had to have emergency surgery. Was very close to death. Thank God I'm still here this happened 3 yrs ago.pain was the worse ever.

    • @gregoryrodriguez5621
      @gregoryrodriguez5621 Před 3 lety

      Did you have the surgery in the emergency room? I've met very little doctors willing to do the surgery

    • @melgrant7404
      @melgrant7404 Před 3 lety

      People don't realise it can be fatal

    • @Tatamargie256
      @Tatamargie256 Před 2 lety +1

      What was the symptoms 😳

  • @BillonBass
    @BillonBass Před 11 měsíci +10

    I lost a foot of my large colon from an undiagnosed case of diverticulitis that ultimately burned a hole in my colon and almost killed me. Fortunately it was caught just in time when I had a major attack and I was saved by some great docs in Costa Rica. I should note I had problems with this for years but not once did my Mayo Clinic doctors figure out what I had. The doctor in Costa Rica saw it immediately and he was right! That was 20 years ago and I’m still fine with no real after affects except feeling better again!

    • @karinpalaneck6060
      @karinpalaneck6060 Před 8 měsíci

      what is the contact of the doctor in Costa Rica please?

  • @pickypasswords
    @pickypasswords Před rokem +2

    If I heard correctly in this video, it was said that the pain symptom was constant but that was not the case for me when I was diagnosed with it. I had developed a fever during the day and rapidly felt worse during the day with fever and chills. Later that night I had apparently had a seizure and was in the hospital. They ran head to toe test trying to figure what it was. They said I had diverticulitis without the pain symptoms, leading to fever then seizure. It was a blessing that I went to the Dr. that day cause I learned I had a mini-stroke in my past I was unaware of. I am now getting treated for that. Thank you Lord.

  • @barbarakirby3907
    @barbarakirby3907 Před 2 lety +71

    So glad to see this demonstration… exactly where my pain is located. I was diagnosed with diverticulitis
    about 8 years ago.

  • @rosemarybach-holzer3937
    @rosemarybach-holzer3937 Před 2 lety +26

    Thank you so very much to JJ Medicine. 🤗 Although I have been diagnosed (twice over the years) with DV... this one video has encapsulated pretty much most of my symptoms and has brought to light that the tediously debilitating symptoms with which I have been "living" since 2007; are in fact due to the DV! This diagnosis has never been presented to me despite numerous tests. I believe it is that simple. It is the DV which is the reason for my symptoms. Thank you!!! And... to all those who have this condition... sending many Angel Blessings and excellent health to each and every one of you. 😘

    • @patyoung5330
      @patyoung5330 Před 2 lety +3

      I had so many to determine if I had DV. Never could find it. 5 years later now-I bit the bullet and opted for surgery. They removed 4 in of small intestine and 10 in of large. I now have ostomy. and very happy with it. No pain!

    • @jerrysmith7551
      @jerrysmith7551 Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you and blessings back to you. Thank you for being a beautiful, thoughtful Rose. Bcool, and stay safe.

    • @rosemarybach-holzer3937
      @rosemarybach-holzer3937 Před 2 lety

      @@patyoung5330 Hello Pat, thank you so much for your comment. I am absolutely delighted your operation resulted in no more pain for you. Bless your heart, that is brilliant and heart-warming to hear! Thank you for sharing that with me and I send so many Blessings to you and continued happiness. Take care, R x 🤗

    • @rosemarybach-holzer3937
      @rosemarybach-holzer3937 Před 2 lety +1

      @@jerrysmith7551 Hello Jerry, thank you for your kind comment. Stay safe too. R 😊x

  • @milankovacevic1483
    @milankovacevic1483 Před 2 lety +5

    You explained it better than my doctor. Thanks for the video.

  • @subiyota
    @subiyota Před rokem

    Just want to say thank you for making a very detail video on this !!

  • @danielfreire4840
    @danielfreire4840 Před 2 lety +5

    Very clear explanation of disease state, easy to follow and understand. I commend your presentation skills. Great job.

  • @poogadaddy7298
    @poogadaddy7298 Před 2 lety +3

    This was an excellent presentation. Thank you very much.

  • @kevingrady8736
    @kevingrady8736 Před 3 lety +10

    Thank you, this is very helpful.

  • @jenniferyates6622
    @jenniferyates6622 Před 2 lety +1

    My husband has this and has had both a colostomy and a ileostomy, which he currently has the ileostomy, and it breaks my heart, I am his caregiver and what they said is so true

  • @gailpriscillabenderfosse1402

    I have all the symptoms just had a cystoscopy and alls well but the burning bladder , frequent urination and constant pain in the lower right abdomen just answered my question . I just came across this video by chance but have an appointment with my doctor next week . Now I can explain it to him . Thank you so much 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

    • @snehalalwani3664
      @snehalalwani3664 Před rokem +1

      Did you get any formal diagnosis?

    • @gailpriscillabenderfosse1402
      @gailpriscillabenderfosse1402 Před rokem +1

      @Sneha Lalwani yes I had a colonoscopy i have diverticuli but no inflammation, hence no diverticulitis ,it must be the after effects of the hysterectomy I had so will have a MR of the stomach on Tuesday

    • @abhishek6575
      @abhishek6575 Před 4 dny

      ​@@gailpriscillabenderfosse1402i don't have pain in my left lower abdomen area but when I touch that area it feels hard . Even my stoles come broken into parts .what do u think it will be😢

  • @deborahyoung9713
    @deborahyoung9713 Před 3 lety +40

    Thank you for this video. I don't usually go to Dr. Google because I always think that it is insulting to my doctor. However, I have never really understood the condition I have...and I cannot pronounce it. I stutter so it is a hard thing to say. In any case, your video made sense to me. Thanks,

  • @abcdefg15005
    @abcdefg15005 Před 2 lety +31

    I've had this since I was in my 20's. It's awful as we all know! I get it too often. Great video. I always wondered why I have to pee so much when I'm sick.

    • @OHBJalanJB
      @OHBJalanJB Před 2 lety +1

      How long does it last if u get it ?

    • @russhall1414
      @russhall1414 Před 2 lety +1

      My son has it now and is just expecting to take an antibiotic and work his VERY physical job😣
      I'm very worried about him,
      he's only 27.

    • @janetmyers3729
      @janetmyers3729 Před 2 lety

      @@vendees69 Bentyl

  • @aliheartzuphrakonkham3005
    @aliheartzuphrakonkham3005 Před 3 lety +23

    Oh. I had the pain on the lower right side and super bloating to where it was painful to walk, yes the pain it's like a stabby pain and its constant

    • @jettacaldwell
      @jettacaldwell Před 2 lety +2

      Feels like labor contractions and is getting worse with a lot of gas pain too … haven’t been to doctor yet but now I may go soon

  • @deborasolum5324
    @deborasolum5324 Před 2 lety +92

    THANK YOU! I've been dealing with diverticulitis for years; while also trying to get my IBS under control. I have every symptom you mentioned, but didn't realize how many of my symptoms are related to diverticulitis. This information will make it a bit easier going forward.

    • @almo7621
      @almo7621 Před 2 lety +1

      Me too😌

    • @roachfiles9337
      @roachfiles9337 Před 2 lety +1

      What's a fever? I been having hot flashes with sweating during the hot flashes they last like 30 to 120 seconds it'll be really bad to where it's pushing sweat out of my head and torso and my bowel habits changed

    • @sandyr164
      @sandyr164 Před rokem

      You are your best physician sometimes!

  • @EddieBlout
    @EddieBlout Před 3 lety +279

    Just spent 6 days in the hospital with this. It wasn't clear to me what had happened, but this video made it crystal clear. Thank you! I appreciate the thought that was put into delivering the content as well! Great work! By the way, the pain was horrible for weeks with this :(

    • @jenninyc2509
      @jenninyc2509 Před 3 lety +9

      ive been having pain for a month they did a ct scan said i had it and sen me home and my soticmah still hurts i went to the er 4 times this month

    • @EddieBlout
      @EddieBlout Před 3 lety +20

      @Kira I had a lesion which got infected pretty bad. No food/water only IV for 6 days. I had a colonoscopy several weeks earlier which they told me only minor diverticulitis and to come back in 10 years nothing to see here. I believe
      it was caused from the colonoscopy which from what I understand is part of the risk of the procedure. 100K in medical bills later (thank God for insurance) I am better. Hope this is helpful.

    • @EddieBlout
      @EddieBlout Před 3 lety +8

      @@jenninyc2509 They sent me home too. I came back in the ambulance that same night and spent 6 days there. :(

    • @jimkaytorkaytor9976
      @jimkaytorkaytor9976 Před 3 lety +9

      I have this but learned that H M F powder (strong probiotic)works better than antibiotics!!!!

    • @jimkaytorkaytor9976
      @jimkaytorkaytor9976 Před 3 lety +4

      Also all pain was gone in half an hour🎉

  • @94blessed
    @94blessed Před 3 lety +9

    So much informative information thank you!! ✝️I have diverticulitis and every time I take antibiotics this happens to me😒this is terrible 😟

  • @plfitzgerald4540
    @plfitzgerald4540 Před 4 měsíci +1

    hello from 🇮🇪!
    Thankyou SO much for a v erudite & informative talk as I had never heard of this disease before as I have been suffering for a few weeks and it showed up hier on a coloscopy done @ the hospital. It is v waring and I am so tired all the time.

  • @Tdotttttt
    @Tdotttttt Před 3 měsíci

    wow your videos are very through and leaves no doubts at all. Perfect teacher!

  • @sandrakinsella433
    @sandrakinsella433 Před 3 lety +32

    Thank you for being so informative This helps me enormously to understand my problem 👍

    • @nickybritain4900
      @nickybritain4900 Před 3 lety +1

      Sandra, I hope you had your problems investigated and you are on the mend. Too many people falling by the wayside with undiagnosed issues.

    • @sandrakinsella433
      @sandrakinsella433 Před 3 lety

      @@nickybritain4900 Aww thank you I’ve been feeling the best I have felt in a long time I was lucky enough to get an sympathetic Gp who has helped me enormously I now got my life back 😊

  • @janehouck1906
    @janehouck1906 Před 3 lety +20

    Thank you for the detailed explanation on diverticulitis. So appreciated 🙏❤️

  • @mugsymegaton3769
    @mugsymegaton3769 Před 3 lety +178

    I had this too, the pain was so bad for months and it wasn’t until I started passing gas with my urine that they realized I had diverticulitis, it rotted a hole into my bladder and eventually I was pissing rice, tomato seeds, lettuce and feces, it took two major colon resection surgery’s to get me back to mostly normal, that was 2 or 3 years ago, so far so good, not very pleasant though.

    • @sandrawilliams1563
      @sandrawilliams1563 Před 3 lety +8

      had this also hurt so bad I stop.eating loss weight got down to 88 pounds had surgery took part of my colon that was in 2018 when I had the surgery

    • @peachmelba9333
      @peachmelba9333 Před 3 lety +10

      Glad you're still around Muggsy- it's always better hearing from a veteran. Have an appointment this month to get to the bottom of things. I have the pain, foamy urine, yet my blood work says low protein.

    • @ishihtzuknot
      @ishihtzuknot Před 3 lety +17

      Holy shite, that is so scary I’m so sorry you went through this. Blessings to you.

    • @sagarkumargupta2865
      @sagarkumargupta2865 Před 2 lety +8

      Eat vegetarian and natural food.

    • @virginialpinon748
      @virginialpinon748 Před 2 lety +8

      Omg. I thought mine was bad. I'm blessed compared 2 u. May u be blessed to be better.

  • @chicowest3813
    @chicowest3813 Před 3 lety +5

    Very well explained.

  • @reremahdi7
    @reremahdi7 Před 3 lety +12

    Very good explanation 👏

  • @29tinkypoo
    @29tinkypoo Před 2 lety +5

    i was diagnosed with this condition around 45 years ago with my first severe painful bout - since then i have had about 4 major bouts and 2 colonoscopys - no polyps or cancer has been detected so far thank goodness

  • @rodbtelenetbe
    @rodbtelenetbe Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for the info, was helpful after my diagnose

  • @yvonneredmond5905
    @yvonneredmond5905 Před 3 lety +23

    Thank you, very informative.I have it but did not get any information/ advice from any medical profession on the subject.Not even when diagnosed, but it was only after i'd gone to hospital over upper right abdo intence pain.
    Had a "flare up" over the new year period. I felt really rough.18 days before i started feeling any better.

    • @lillieberry1203
      @lillieberry1203 Před 2 lety +1

      Had Surgery 6 years ago colon vesicular fistula due to diverticulitis 6 years later still having problems 😞 almost worst than before TERRIBLE TERRIBLE

  • @vidano809
    @vidano809 Před 3 lety +60

    Excellent video. I now understand exactly what is going on inside and the connection between the diverticulitis and bladder was especially helpful.

    • @peachmelba9333
      @peachmelba9333 Před 3 lety +8

      I have foamy urine- PCP says I'm not shedding protein there- maybe a fistula between diverticulitis and urinary bladder? Something to consider!

    • @mattcandiepetty3933
      @mattcandiepetty3933 Před rokem

      This was spot on for me and I really appreciated the bladder information!

  • @kathyburris4159
    @kathyburris4159 Před 2 lety +62

    Diverticulitis isn't something to ignore, I am still recovering from surgery that was done in May of this year. The 2 hour surgery turned into a 7 hour operation, and I had to have a stent put in my ureter. Part of my bowels and colon had to be removed and I coded on the operating table. Spent 3 days 100% on a ventilator.... so please, get checked if you have abdominal pain.

    • @sallynickerson550
      @sallynickerson550 Před 2 lety +2

      Oh my! So sorry you had to endure all this. Take care, best wishes, God Bless.

    • @dogwood8550
      @dogwood8550 Před 2 lety +2

      God bless you lady! My prays go out to you.

    • @noliellego1803
      @noliellego1803 Před 2 lety

      How much for the surgery

    • @kathyburris4159
      @kathyburris4159 Před 2 lety

      @@noliellego1803 so far it has cost $6000 but that includes having a wound vac. My incision came open so the cost is still ongoing.

    • @Tatamargie256
      @Tatamargie256 Před 2 lety

      What we're some of the symptoms you had

  • @simplydoz
    @simplydoz Před 2 lety +1

    My grandmother has this. And now I have been dealing with diverticulitis like symptoms. I'm changing my diet immediately and decreasing my opiate medication intake.

  • @nadiacastagno1749
    @nadiacastagno1749 Před 3 lety +6

    Thank you for information about that.

  • @michellehamner6024
    @michellehamner6024 Před rokem +5

    I am currently on antibiotics for an infection. This is my second. It has been 6 years since the first. I didn't have a fever this time, so didn't do anything right away. The pain was still excruciating even though it was a minor infection.

  • @jonniejam-shovel6405
    @jonniejam-shovel6405 Před 3 lety +189

    Although I suffered from this condition in its mildest form, it was horrifically painful.
    As a youngster I never gave any thoughts on what was happening to the food and drink I swallowed.
    I would urge anyone to research this condition, and understand why it happens.
    At age 65, I'm very careful about my diet, and I'm pain free with no problems.
    My kind regards to everyone, and thanks for the film.👍

    • @sarahbrennan1342
      @sarahbrennan1342 Před 3 lety +3

      So true .... 🤗

    • @johncanna7856
      @johncanna7856 Před 3 lety +1

      @@sarahbrennan1342 Sarah, thank you and kind regards.👍

    • @brummierunner
      @brummierunner Před 2 lety +7

      What sort did you change to that helped? I’ve just been diagnosed with diverticulitis

    • @jonniejam-shovel6405
      @jonniejam-shovel6405 Před 2 lety +9

      @@brummierunner Simon, I would say you really need to look at your diet.
      In our modern busy age, we sometimes forget to eat, or we tend to cram into our mouths anything that staves off the hungry feeling.
      Water is also important. I never had time to drink much or go to the toilet. You've got to get back to basics. Remember anything you put into your mouth, will end up in your stomach. If you swallow food and drink it must come out the other end.
      Gorge yourself silly, and you'll end up with food particles that get horrifically stuck.
      Visit your doctor and Don't delay. I sincerely hope that you are returned to good health very soon. I send you my kind regards.

    • @user-gk4bc6rh4b
      @user-gk4bc6rh4b Před 2 lety +11

      @@brummierunner eat more fiber like oatmeal. And veggies that r rich in fiber try to stay away from nuts and seeds and also stress hope u feel better

  • @melindaaldrian9855
    @melindaaldrian9855 Před rokem

    Really informative and well presented video. Thank you so much.

  • @cocotiger12360989
    @cocotiger12360989 Před rokem +4

    I was just diagnosed with diverticulitis a month ago and just had colostomy surgery a week ago, I have the crap bag now,I think in the long run this was probably the best decision. Stomach pain is no joke. My diverticulitis is genetic I got it from my mom she had a emergency surgery 7 year's ago. Thank God I Caught my diverticulitis in time before it could of got worse. Healing & recovery now 🙏

    • @haroldrandall1318
      @haroldrandall1318 Před rokem

      Will you have the bag forever?

    • @cocotiger12360989
      @cocotiger12360989 Před rokem

      @@haroldrandall1318 no thank God 🙏

    • @mattcandiepetty3933
      @mattcandiepetty3933 Před rokem

      My surgeon told me it WASN'T genetic. But my mother and two sisters have had it. My mom's was surgical. My sisters and I were just on antibiotics and bowel rest.

  • @leejackson3063
    @leejackson3063 Před 3 lety +7

    I was diagnosed with this and this video explains a lot gives me a better understanding of my condition

  • @Agnethatheredhairkid
    @Agnethatheredhairkid Před 3 lety +5

    I don't have it but I watched anyway so that I'm informed if I do get it. Thank you, sir.

  • @fastcashforex
    @fastcashforex Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you! Very informative

  • @rstarguitar5350
    @rstarguitar5350 Před rokem

    Incredible video most informative and necessary it’s videos like this that prevent misdiagnosis

  • @richierich4175
    @richierich4175 Před 3 lety +8

    Most helpful video I've seen so far. Very well explained thank you 😊

  • @annamonti1368
    @annamonti1368 Před 3 lety +4

    You are amazing, you describe exactly my pain, thank you so much 👍

  • @user-gk4bc6rh4b
    @user-gk4bc6rh4b Před 2 lety +3

    Thanks for the video it is very informative and the pictures r also great ive had diverticulitis and i had severe pain in my lower left abdomen i did have a slight fever and was nauseated,,,ive stopped eating nuts and seeds for 3 months i started eating oatmeal. At least twice a weak or i would eat oatmeal day one and day two i would eat other foods with fiber like avocados 🥑 or broccoli 🥦 or anything easy to digest and that helped me a lot

  • @MarilynFromTarotClarity

    From April until June, I had one long episode. It was awful, every symptom this video addressed except vomiting. It's awful. I've since lost 37 pounds and I now eat 1 cup of unsweetened applesauce every morning. I don't know if I'm being superstitious, but that applesauce has brought me good luck. I haven't had an episode since. It's awful. Thank you for this video which describes the condition better than any of my doctors did.

  • @annieartist3920
    @annieartist3920 Před 3 lety +27

    Thank you. Most informative, as a sufferer.

  • @BulgadariXR
    @BulgadariXR Před 2 lety +7

    Drinking lots of fluids helps. Also I believe that prolonged sitting exasperates this issue. We weren't made to sit. My waist band on my jeans causes issues with discomfort.
    So, drink lots of fluids.
    Walk or stand as often as possible. Standing desks?
    Eat healthy.

  • @jessijacobs8
    @jessijacobs8 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for the lesson 👏👏

  • @FearlessLove
    @FearlessLove Před 3 lety +1

    This was really good.

  • @billiekennedy131
    @billiekennedy131 Před 3 lety +4

    Thanks great info.

  • @bolwarracolt1
    @bolwarracolt1 Před 3 lety +37

    I used heat packs on the area with doctors medication.
    The heat packs warmed the area up and the relieve was fantastic...I had a bowel movement and I swear a passed some of the stuck faescis..
    I have never had trouble since..

    • @ajc2208
      @ajc2208 Před 2 lety +9

      I'll have to try a heat pack if it happens again. Thank you for sharing.

  • @Bigapplegirl81
    @Bigapplegirl81 Před 2 lety

    I just learned something new today! Thanks!😎

  • @gaetanoarnone1
    @gaetanoarnone1 Před rokem

    Thank you for your very helpful and well done video.

  • @Janetgreen64
    @Janetgreen64 Před 3 lety +156

    My mother died after her colon burst due to diverticula disease. She had an operation after being rushed into hospital but suffered sepsis and passed away. She had constant problems with constipation. I have since been diagnosed after tests for cancer. I have zilch problems with my bowels thank goodness so was surprised to be told I suffered from this disease. My mother was in severe pain for a week waiting for one particular GP she trusted to return from holiday ... unfortunately it was too late for her because she had left it too long. She died at age 50. I was nine months pregnant with her granddaughter. So please dont leave it if you are in severe pain ... seek advice. I know if I start to have problems as a result of my diverticulitis I will be in touch with my doctor ... I’m not taking chances like my mum.

    • @Lena-yj4il
      @Lena-yj4il Před 3 lety +9

      So sad, that your mama died because of that.I had also last minute surgery, the dr said each minute was counted.

    • @Janetgreen64
      @Janetgreen64 Před 3 lety +12

      @@Lena-yj4il I’m so relieved you had a successful outcome and survived. I hope you have been healthy since you had this terrible experience. We should always love life and never take it for granted . X

    • @Lena-yj4il
      @Lena-yj4il Před 3 lety +3

      @@Janetgreen64 Yes, I am healthy now. Thx for Your respond :).

    • @melissaholliday6979
      @melissaholliday6979 Před 3 lety +10

      So sorry for your loss. May God wrap you in His love and bring you peace and comfort.

    • @Janetgreen64
      @Janetgreen64 Před 3 lety

      @@melissaholliday6979 ... Thank you

  • @ronnienaidoo3249
    @ronnienaidoo3249 Před 3 lety +3

    Very well explained !!! Thank you.

  • @xfactorchick
    @xfactorchick Před 2 lety +2

    I have this. Since 4-5 years ago. I was in so much pain, I collapsed at work, went Hospital and they gave me stuff for it and kept me in 2 days and if, it hadn't improved were going to operate. I do pancreatic massage and find this helps alot with this and especially if you find it, painful to poo. I also had to change what foods I eat and I can't eat large amounts of meat. I have to cut meat up into very small bits and have a smallish plate of food. I also take co-enzyme q10, selenium and zinc. I have found myself this has really helped and now, I even realize I have it. Sometimes it flares up, but I do a pancreatic massage and it is fine. If you get in pain with this though, go to your Doctor as it is a serious condition. Most people haven't even heard of it and it is bloody painful.

  • @yvonnebrown1585
    @yvonnebrown1585 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you...well explained

  • @az61100
    @az61100 Před 3 lety +13

    I have been diagnosed with diverticular dissease at the hospital last week I have subcribed and clicked on the bell

    • @Leoviliti1
      @Leoviliti1 Před 3 lety +4

      I was diagnosed twelve years ago ..
      The pictures looked horrible ..really red, raw highly erosive with scattered bleeding . ..suffered so much pain for years prior to the diagnoses
      But changed my dietary habits ..
      And they did another endoscopy five years ago and it's completely better ..so it can Heal!!
      add more iodine and fibre in the diet as it really helped me..

    • @angelbrandon8887
      @angelbrandon8887 Před 2 lety +1

      @@Leoviliti1 thank you

  • @laurametheny1008
    @laurametheny1008 Před 3 lety +5

    Thank you. Needed a refresher. Last attack was 2004 and I'm afraid I'm being hit again. Doc went on anniversary vacay. That pain...man I didn't forget THAT.🤮🙏

  • @debrasmith5377
    @debrasmith5377 Před rokem +1

    Great information. At first I thought I hurt my back like a spasm after pain increased and I started to put things together I know now what has happened will se dr tomorrow.

  • @johnnylawrence7232
    @johnnylawrence7232 Před 3 měsíci

    as a suffer, this is the best video ive seen on it

  • @donnamarie4443
    @donnamarie4443 Před 3 lety +8

    I have been in extreme pain for 4 days, finally went to E.R. they diagnosed me with diverticulitis.
    I am still in pain. Seeing a doctor soon. Scared and in pain. This is best on CZcams. Thank you

  • @94blessed
    @94blessed Před 3 lety +12

    You surly know your stuff again Thank you!!💜✝️

  • @lindamerrill911
    @lindamerrill911 Před 2 lety

    I have diverticulitis I'm glad I watched this I have been eating to much fiber I now need to stop now I know why I have been having this awful pain now and then

  • @millylovesyou7703
    @millylovesyou7703 Před 2 lety

    thank you so much!! great lecture !!

  • @vernabarry9674
    @vernabarry9674 Před 2 lety +13

    So suprised to see that article on diverticulitis.I have been suffering with that condition for the past eight years now.Thanks very much for your explaination, especially on the Urinary urgency.

    • @dawnaustin4556
      @dawnaustin4556 Před 2 lety +3

      OMG, Verna! You must get well! Diet is super important. There’s things you can’t eat. Please drink lots of water. Dr’s don’t tell you to fast when having an episode but you should.

    • @Naveen-zk5lm
      @Naveen-zk5lm Před rokem

      @@dawnaustin4556 what diet is to be followed, could you please tell

    • @dawnaustin4556
      @dawnaustin4556 Před rokem

      @@Naveen-zk5lm one must eliminate certain foods. No red meat, no fried foods, no nuts, no dairy,no alcohol, no oils that are toxic like corn, sunflower, canola, use olive and coconut. While one is having an episode, only liquids. Soups, water, soft cooked eggs. No raw vegetables. No grains.

    • @Naveen-zk5lm
      @Naveen-zk5lm Před rokem

      @@dawnaustin4556 thanks for the reply

    • @aounaibek5201
      @aounaibek5201 Před rokem

      Welcome. Are you cured now?

  • @blinkybill2997
    @blinkybill2997 Před 2 lety +4

    Clearly explained. Would have been good it you had mentioned what the treatment is x it.

  • @brenda6580
    @brenda6580 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for your information on diverticulitis.

  • @stevestruthers6180
    @stevestruthers6180 Před rokem

    I had a nasty attack of diverticulitis about two years ago. First one ever. Went to the ER. They gave me Toradol (an NSAID) to cover the pain and it worked. They also did a complete work-up involving X-rays and CT scans. The diagnosis was confirmed. I was then given prescriptions for TMP-SMX and metronidazole to clear any potential bacterial infections or parasitic/protozoal infestations that might have been causing the problem, or at least aggravating it. Three days later, I was feeling much better, although the pain was vastly better by the time I left the ER because of the Toradol.

  • @mohamedafifi955
    @mohamedafifi955 Před 3 lety +4

    Awesome sir 😊👍

  • @kamalavelliegangiah9087
    @kamalavelliegangiah9087 Před 2 lety +13

    I had diverticulitis a month ago,the pain was so bad it felt like labor pains,I had to go to the ER and I was put on antibiotics,so it took about 10 days for the pain to ease off!!!

  • @luzvimindadeguzmancopland9965

    THANK YOU FOR YOUR SHARING🙏

  • @hopebetterfuture9698
    @hopebetterfuture9698 Před 2 lety

    I just discovered your channel and it looks like very informative 🌹

  • @seharatta6998
    @seharatta6998 Před 2 lety +8

    Thank you so much DC I am suffering this pain on right side of my lower stomach I did all test doctors say all is fine from gynecologist then I went to gastro I had H pylori it came negative but still struggling with same issue swelling and pain.i will visit doctor again

  • @gouthamabhishek1395
    @gouthamabhishek1395 Před 2 lety +24

    I just woke up with pain down below my stomach today. Whenever I try to get up or move pain is getting severe. Not sure what's wrong. Was a bit of panic. But after watching this video it's crystal clear that what's the pain all about. Thanks for this informative video. Very much appreciated. Cheere!

    • @gamerhemanth2369
      @gamerhemanth2369 Před rokem +1

      R u okay bro ?

    • @gouthamabhishek1395
      @gouthamabhishek1395 Před rokem

      @@gamerhemanth2369 yes, am ok now. Pain lasted till a week. Made my way through it. Lol

    • @gamerhemanth2369
      @gamerhemanth2369 Před rokem +1

      @@gouthamabhishek1395 noice

    • @yuvaryugam3434
      @yuvaryugam3434 Před rokem +1

      @@gouthamabhishek1395 That's great bro. Did you have to go to the doc?
      I am feeling some light pain in that region and i did a salt water flush today morning to get rid of what's inside. It has brought out pretty much everything from inside. The pain has reduced but still there mildly.

    • @Sandro-qq4xb
      @Sandro-qq4xb Před rokem +1

      @@gouthamabhishek1395 Hi! How did you get rid of it? Did you change your diet?

  • @clifforddalton3067
    @clifforddalton3067 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for this information.

  • @lisawallace921
    @lisawallace921 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing you really a great Teacher I understood 😘💎👑

  • @reneecassidy7279
    @reneecassidy7279 Před 3 lety +21

    Had a bad attack about 10 years ago, in the hospital for 4 days. I happened to read about Aloe Mucilaginous Polysaccaride Molecules. A little on the expensive side, but decided to give them a try. There are several manufactures out there, but all seem to work about the same. I took them for a couple of years and then stopped, but if I got a twinge now and then, would go back on them for a week or so. Have never had another major episode and I really haven’t taken any for a couple of years now.

  • @melgrant7404
    @melgrant7404 Před 3 lety +45

    My mum had this and was admitted to hospital. Very painful for her and was told later after surgery it could have been life threatening.

    • @Lena-yj4il
      @Lena-yj4il Před 3 lety +3

      I also had this kind of surgery. the dr said if I would show up half an hr late i would be dead.

  • @JayeshPatel-vo5wh
    @JayeshPatel-vo5wh Před 3 lety

    Superbly explained👍

  • @SumonYT43
    @SumonYT43 Před 5 měsíci

    Thank you so much for this information ❤

  • @bellakrinkle9381
    @bellakrinkle9381 Před rokem +11

    Why do people get chills? No one ever addresses chills, ever. No answers!

    • @mojo688
      @mojo688 Před rokem +2

      Me too , I also get chills

    • @rtru9801
      @rtru9801 Před měsícem

      It’s your body trying to stay warm

  • @melanieknox8477
    @melanieknox8477 Před 3 lety +158

    I had an undiagnosed perforated diverticula abcess years ago. My symptoms were dismissed as IBD, anxiety, and finally crazy. I had seen an internet’s, a surgeon as well as my family MD. I ended up having an emergency appendectomy.When it was seen that was not the problem I ended up with a Hartman’s procedure, or a colostomy for about a year. It was then reversed. At the time I was working as an RN on an acute general floor alongside seven surgeons. Nobody could connect the dots. If you have symptoms please keep pushing for answers.

    • @dorisbrinkerhoff8124
      @dorisbrinkerhoff8124 Před 3 lety +11

      amazing , stupid docters

    • @deborahjellenburg4939
      @deborahjellenburg4939 Před 3 lety +22

      Melanie, I bet if you had been a man those doctors would have taken you much more seriously and found your problem almost as soon as you presented. Male doctors sometimes think women are being a hypochondriac or hysterical. They naturally just give a man the benefit of the doubt. And women give birth to babies! It hurts like hell and men want to say we’re being hysterical! Women handle pain much better than men and usually have a higher pain tolerance. 🤦🏻‍♀️ I’m glad somebody finally listened to you and saved your life!

    • @patriciasullivan9541
      @patriciasullivan9541 Před 3 lety +1

      @@deborahjellenburg4939 k

    • @sagarkumargupta2865
      @sagarkumargupta2865 Před 3 lety +7

      Westerners eat a lot of refined and processed food. Go natural

    • @gnanasekarthiyagarajan7680
      @gnanasekarthiyagarajan7680 Před 3 lety +3

      'Nobody could connect the dots'. I can't agree more. I hv experienced it in my mom's case. Dr are livinng in their own world, litterally deaf and blind to read and observe symptoms!

  • @bigjuvbankroll246
    @bigjuvbankroll246 Před 2 lety +1

    Very informative 👏

  • @baldosparacia258
    @baldosparacia258 Před 2 lety

    Thanks, excellent video.