My name is Frank and I have been living with diverticulosis for the past 4 years. Over those 4 years I’ve had 5 diverticulitis flare ups, several of which required hospitalization. One of them included perforations that almost required surgery and could have been near fatal if I hadn’t gone into the ER earlier.
I have struggled with this condition and it has impacted my life in many ways, but over the years I’ve learned a lot about the condition itself, how to live with it, and how to manage pain and symptoms during and after a flare up. I have had to make some radical changes in my lifestyle (mostly positive)
I started this site because I wanted to share what I know about this condition and what’s helped me over the years. I am not a medical doctor, nor am I offering professional medical advice, but rather just sharing what has worked me and what hasn’t worked for me. You should always consult with your GP/GI and advise them of any potential supplements you are considering taken.
Hopefully you find some of this information helpful and of relief.
Best,
– Frank
