Should I still have CT scan?

nh_user_1145607 · January 31, 2018, 2:57am

I have not yet been diagnosed with diverticulitis, but after looking online there is little to no doubt in my mind that is what I am suffering from. After intense pain for 3 days I have now been on a liquid diet for 4 days and seem to be getting much better FINALLY!

Problem is that my CT scan isn’t for 5 more days. Should I cancel this scan? If I am not having a flare up will they even be able to see a problem? Don’t necessarily want to spend the time & money to just be told ‘nothing can be seen, head home and wait for it to happen again’

Thoughts??

nh_user_1137773 · January 31, 2018, 3:54am

Yes,CAT scan and I'de get a Colonoscopy also.

nh_user_1145607 · January 31, 2018, 4:00am

Thanks, I hope they find somthing and I don’t have to wait years for answers like you did!!

nh_user_1024122 · January 31, 2018, 8:02am

You need a colonoscopy or scan to diagnose DD so I would still go and have it. It will show up any diverticula sacks even if you aren't having a flare up

anon87974465 · January 31, 2018, 8:20am

Yes get the scan done for a definitive answer as it will show up diverticula if you have them, flare up or not. If it is DD you can start to make your lifestyle changes now, and hopefully avoid further attacks. The sooner you get on top of this disease, the better in the long run.

nh_user_1145607 · January 31, 2018, 1:15pm

Thanks, I appreciate your reply! I will keep ya posted!

nh_user_1145607 · January 31, 2018, 1:16pm

Will do, I will post here when I know more!

Thanks for your help!

nh_user_1144146 · January 31, 2018, 2:03pm

Take the CT scan. It could be something else...there is so many different thing that can cause stomach pain. Is it on you left side of your lower abdimon?

nh_user_1145607 · January 31, 2018, 2:09pm

My left side, yes. From mid section all the way to the pubic bone. When symptoms first started I felt like my digestive system had a kink in it and could feel each and every bubble being processed through. Very painful! I could barely walk for 2 days. White blood cell count was normal when tested 24 hours after onset of pain. But by 48 hours I had developed chills and fever.

nh_user_271799 · January 31, 2018, 5:47pm

Colonoscopy is the best road to go down,,,,, and you can see what they can see,and you will know what is in your colon .

nh_user_1144146 · January 31, 2018, 6:03pm

Hi Tobie

Sounds like diverticulitis specially with chills, fever and lower pain.

I've been on 2 rounds of meds 12 days total. I still have cramping 8 weeks now. Had a ct scan blood work stool sample and going in for colonascopy soon.

CT scan showed diverticulosis which is a bit different cause you don't get immflamation in you colon. It's been a long road for me and hopefully goes away. Drink lots of water fruits and veggies....nothing with seeds.

Take metamucil and a good probiotic like Kefir...hope this helps!!

nh_user_1144146 · January 31, 2018, 6:05pm

For sure!!!

nh_user_17426 · February 1, 2018, 8:02pm

CT scan showed mine.......definitely have it done. At least you know for sure what you're dealing with and you can change your eating habits accordingly.