Ok if some of you have seen previous posts regarding stress as being my most obvious trigger - well I have to take it back - at least partially.
Woke up Sunday what I describe as low grade abodominal pain...thinking perhaps wind/constipated/and it would go away. Well it stayed but as I was hosting a family lunch I was able to push through without toomuch discomfort. When everyone had gone I took stock. pain was not as severe but I did have a fever 37.9. Tossed up between going to ED or local late surgery. I really wanted to manage it at home. So saw great random doctor who was willing to send me home with antibiotics - Keflex and Flagyl but told me if fever is still apparent after 48 hours than then oral antibiotics aren't going to manage it and I will need to go into hospital for intravenous. Now 24 hours later fever still there but managed by panadol, pain about the same. Fingers crossed for the next 24 hours.
About the stress thing. Currently I am not working - the last episode knocked the stuffing out of me - and luckily we can almost survive on the one wage. If I was working I would not have acted so quickly. I would have waited for it to become so severe I would be unable to walk - this is due to my own work ethic, and a sense of guilt of taking time of work without being REALLY sick.
So waiting for this to pass...but let me assure you I feel like crap.
Crap is about right, but I would expand on it. You did the right thing, My magic
moments usually happen week ends or evenings So I do the 111 thingy after I take my temp and heart beat Last time . Last week I did a 38;2 How did you manage with the Keflax ? It flooresd me ,so I had to ring out of hours again !!!!! and they swapped it
have to tell you that it is no good hanging on in case it might go away, IT WON'T
Might hurt for a little longer than 24 I do the touch test to feel how sore it is.And I
lay flat on my back in bed, and hate having to get up for a pee Painful.
Stress is like your soul. you have one ,but you can't point at it . stress is of a
similar nature, it''s a thing you have, but don't know where to give it a pat on the
head.
Paracetamol help me anything stronger makes me ceiling walk
You will feel better soon. if not seek help ASAP
It seems as though through the years I when I have stress I subconsiously push everything to stomach. Almost like grabbing anger, fear or any kind of stress and pushing it to stomach. Hard to explain. Told for years I had Irritable bowel. Five years ago after colon search that I had mild diverticulitis.. A month ago a ct scan revealed acute diverticulitis. During all this time I have recieved nothing for pain. I have gotten Flagal and Cipro for each attack. With some symptoms through years I almost feel Icould be treated for colitis. Something for imflamation... something other than what I get. I avoid anything with orange grease because it makes me deathly ill. It would seem that there should be a way for docs to insert antibotics through bottom bits and try and shrink the pockets instead of cutting away colon or intestines. The only research I had heard of is the probotic one and that is promising.
Hi
I am in total sympathy with you. I have diverticular disease and have low grade lower abdominal pain a lot of the time, but no temperature yet thank goodness. I go to work and get on with my daily life trying to ignore it, but sometimes I have to resort to a hot water bottle, usually at night especially when I go to bed, as lying down seems to make it worse for some reason I don't quite understand. I don't know what to eat anymore, as there are so many contradictory suggestions from people with the disease and medical professionals alike. I am 61 and reasonably fit apart from the diverticulosis, but I am thinking of applying for medical retirement as the job has become incredibly stressful lately and I think this is making the condition worse. I hope that you feel better soon.
I am going to try and research as much as possible. I have in the last 2 days started massaging my stomach in particular my lower intestines. I am trying anything to see if there is any help. My friend who has Cohns states she constantly has diareah (why is that such a hard word to spell?) People I know with diverticulitis would kill for diareah. If anyone finds anything that helps please post and we just might find some relief down the road.
Hey everyone,
Its the morning of 16th October here in Austrlia and I am much improved. The pain has gone, no fever, and my energy and general capability has returned. This has been after 3 days of bedrest and very light activity.
the pain test that has been mentioned by jacqueline01135 is very valid and worth being aware of. I explained it to my hubby by comparing it to the dentisit when they tap each tooth to find the one that hurts...the feeling about the tummy in a circular montion and then hitting the spot leaves no doubt. However many of us would feel a general discomfort constantly - for me it is the fever that confirms it.
I have increased my Movocil from 1 to 3 satchets a day to try to ease the constipation which started about the Thursday before the flare up on the Sunday. I am also resolved to use PSYLLIUM HUSKS spread on my cereal everyday. I was doing this but got a bit careless over past weeks.
Anyway I keep saying to myself - 'this is not terminal and can be managed' (my mum died of lung disease at 54, and sister of breast cancer at 57; so I feel lucky)
Thanks jacqueline01135, I'm better now. Thanks for your pointer on the 'pain test'. I am pleased to have avoided a hospitalisation this time.
Dear sam52768, intersting your insights on how you 'carry your stress'. When I had my first appointment with my gastro - (tried to spell full but it defeated me!!) she was quite probing when taking my history. I experienced a pretty challenginmg childhood and she felt that many of her patients who present with Irritable Bowel Syndrome and DD Flares tend to have this history. And yes - every stress or 'misery' for gets carried in the stomach - I understand that one.
Look after yourself 
Thanks tess053, I am better now....fingers crossed that it strays that way for another 6 months which appears to be the time between flares at the moment. Funny I use a hot water bottle often. last hospital admission I took it in with me which was so comforting. Interesting that this works so well to relieve pain.I trust that you have a gP that you are discussing that pain with? Be careful - a friend of mine experienced the same thing and rather than experiencing a 'flare', had a sudden and life threatening perforation of the colon. As my doc said - abodminal pain is never normal. I have also been told not to presume it is the diverticulitis - as it can also mirror other conditions. Goodluck
Ditto on the childhood. Seeing a new doc soon and hope to gleam some new more helpful information on this wretched disease. We can fly to the moon and have drugs for erectal disfunction but very little concerning DD. I almost feel it is up to us the sufferers to figure it out for ourselves.
We will overcome.. I hope for you more good days than bad. Cheers.
Morning Molly
Glad someone takes notice of my ramblings, (all tried and tested)
You can tell me something now .We try to avoid with a vengeance
husks and nuts ,so what are Psyllium Husks, and what is their purpose
do you find that rubbing the worst spot calms it down ? My theory is
that it could be dislodging the debris.
Hi Jacqueline01135,
Psyllium Husks That I use is in an 'oral powder'. It is recommened that you use 2 teasppons in 150ml of water abd drink it quick. Pretty tasteless ao I can tolerate it - as opposed to enjoying it! If you don't drink it fast it becomes a gel which you can use in yooghurt etc..Actaully just went to get the bag so I can give official blurb -
100 % dietary fibre
helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels
maintain a healthy digestive system
easy to take
gentler than bran
no sugar
no additives
gluten free
mild laxative
Doesn't it sound perfect?
Not sure about the science of dislodging anything when I rub my tummy but it sure makes me feel better - almost instinctive.
I have a new symptom now - VERY LOUD tummy noises - actually kept me awake last night - I fear things are still not 'flowing freely'.
Feeling p*ssed off because I can't have my usual Friday night drinkies - Flagyll = no alcohol. I tempted to take two at once to give me an alcohol free night on Sunday
sigh
where do you buy husks from?
If things are bubbling that's good Like horses tums, no noise =bad news
Hi ya,
I bought them from health food shops this last time but I did also find it in the health food section of my local supermarket.
I'm not at all familiar with horses tums but it is a reassiuring comment none the less.
Cheers
Are you refering to U.K. or Aussie shops ? Judging by the time you sent
your post you are either up very late ,very early or at home Will Holland
& Barratt sell the stuff ??
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Hi jacqueline1135,
Sorry for late response. I am living in Melbourne, Australia so the timing of my postings do look all over the place. I presume the UK has designated health shops, probably get it at Booths even - (if I remember correctly thats the big chemist/health chain)?
Here 'organic' is very 'in' - so there is not a lot you can't get! Having said that the UK has far superior shopping.
So far still well so breathing a sigh of relief.
Morning Molly, it's 8-15 am windy ,cold,with promised gales.I am in bed, just had an operation on my shoulder,back home, and a flare started,,so I won't be doing any shopping for a while, dreaded trots giving me exercise.
Truly sick of all the probs that come out of tnin air, this D.D is the worst
thing ever, and so many people have it
Glad you are well, probably change of scenery and flattened stress
levels Suppose it's sunny as well.
Big breathes ,keeps the mind happy
Don't eat anything with skins on, peel 'em first
ok promise - nothing with skins on.
The D.D is a bummer because it is unpredictable, painful, and relentless.
Sorry to hear you are in the middle again - maybe we will saw-saw back and forth ...hehe.
Sorry to tell you but the sun is shining with warmth most days now..and I can enjoy a quiet wine which I am getting in before another round of flagyll!
Look after yourself 
Ah Molly , if wishes were horses I would be with you.
Your description of the D.D is spot on
Watch the wine ----- ACIDIC----- don't want you getting blase !!! Enjoy
Don't disappear, Will let you know if I track down the husks
""Time to throw a prawn on the Bar Bee ""
Ha ha - love it.
Interesting comment on wine - you think it matters? Anyway giving it up "soonish" - just not tonight.