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Ngaio1 Wed 12-May-21 22:51:51

Not the most pleasant of topics I admit. Fairly recently, i was diagnosed with diverticulitis. i have a friend of a similar age who is undergoing tests for a painful and awkward tum problem. she was told that many people over seventy have ongoing botty problems. has anyone one advice , please on how to cope with this when away from home. Attacks can come on very quickly and one is not always near to a loo. I am seriously thinking of taking spare underwear and trousers when i go out to ease my worries a little. Cannot think of anything else to use as a safeguard!

Shinamae Wed 12-May-21 22:56:06

Can’t really help I’m afraid as I do have diverticular but have never in over 10 years had an attack of diverticulitis...

timetogo2016 Thu 13-May-21 10:11:52

I know 2 people who also have that condition one was hospitalised,and they were advised to not drink fizzy pop,keep away from white bread/biscuits.processed foods etc.
Hope that helps Ngaio1.

JaneJudge Thu 13-May-21 10:20:42

broccolli and cauliflower too. Take trousers/pants if lessens your anxiety as anxiety might be exasperating it a bit x

annodomini Thu 13-May-21 10:52:11

Find out - maybe by bitter experience - what foods are likely to exacerbate the condition, and be careful to avoid them. I recently discovered that an overdose of mushrooms had an unfortunate effect and I avoid spinach which is no hardship as I have always hated it.

EllanVannin Thu 13-May-21 10:56:27

Smaller regular meals ?

wildswan16 Thu 13-May-21 11:30:05

If you are concerned about small leakages (when passing wind for example), then something like the M&S period pants are helpful. Just like ordinary pants to wear and give you more confidence, but absorbent enough for small accidents, and a spare pair in your bag to change if necessary. They are great for small urine leaks too.

Obviously, do all you can by GP advice and diet wise to reduce the problem.