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[jaypo]

With a flare up I don't always get a fever, I have in the past but didn't this time. I agree with Discogirl,the Dr needs to do an examination of your abdomen,don't let it run on,please let us know how you get on xx

[Nas]

Thanks jaypo, I really appreciate your input here.

Gp did do quite an extensive abdominal examination on Friday. I also did mention diverticulitis. He wanted me to do the stool samples and blood test first.

I will call them again I think.
Trouble is, this god damm fibroid could also be causing mayhem with nerve pinching etc , I just don’t know. Monday i was on deaths door. Today I feel better but for the back pain.

Do you experience any burning type sensation in the left side of your stomach jaypo? A bit like acid? I have this.. again a new symptom.

Thanks again 🙂

[discogirl]

Hi Nas,

My hubby said his colonoscopy was the best way, as it determined if he had diverticular disease or if he was going to be prone to it, as there was pouches picked up on the examination that were prone to become infected and inflammed.

Buscopan helped his tummy cramps x

[jaypo]

Yes it can cause acid reflux too,this is what made me vomit (sorry) last time.
It's a difficult one,I've had fibroids too but mine were in the womb,had a hysterectomy ages ago now but can't recall having the same symptoms as diverticulitis. If your stool comes back negative,I'd still push for a colonoscopy/CT colonography (the latter is less invasive but will still pick up diverticulitis)
Really hope you get it sorted soon,our bodies freak us out don't they 

[Nas]

Thanks both, most helpful.

Jaypo, I will definitely be pushing for the CT colonography,  as the colonoscopy sounds brutal! And it will DEFINITELY pick up diverticulitis ( if present?) 🙂

Oh lord, I want out of my body right now, hating it all 🙈

[SarahT]

Hey Nas,
No medical advice from me as usual,just a hello and what hell? This going on for you on top of everything else. Sorry you have this to contend with now.
Thankfully the ladies on this forum step in again with support advice and experience.  Have acid reflux and fibroids too but thankfully IBS was a diagnosis for me many years ago rather than any thing else.

Getting hard to keep our chins up some days isn't it? Take the good days and keep on at the drs.

Hugs always to you x

[jaypo]

Yes it will definitely pick up diverticulitis 
Good luck my lovely,please let us know how it goes xx

[Nas]

Hey Sarah buddie 
How are things?
Long time no speak..
I really am hoping you are feeling a little better? If not, I have chocolate right here for you (you are not off chocolate are you??  )
More good days for you now?

As you can see, I am wading through the treacle (yeah same old I know!)  BUT thanks to the lovely jaypo, I am feeling a lot stronger and more confident in dealing with these health issues.

Jaypo, you are a true star, thankyou and I will of course keep you updated (or fire more questions at you!)

[SarahT]

Hey rollercoaster partner,

Well, I'm still standing so that's a bonus.... My g.p thinks I have as much oestrogen as she is willing to try, an off license 125 patch. But I hate to say it I am in that rare phase where I feel a little perkier. Husband agrees my moods are generally better. I remember feeling like this aeons ago.😁

Though the 10 days or so when period is due ( coil, yay, so no bleed) still build a up to severe pms\pmdd symptoms. I am hoping the hrt is still settling and am on a low dose AD, so fingers crossed it will improve. Moods get scary, I didn't feel safe to be alone last month, but at least I know what I am dealing with and it should pass.

So, arthritis in both hips, and my joint pain and extreme tiredness  which I naively thought hrt would help with has got far worse! Blood tests tomorrow, my physio thinks rheumatoid arthritis or fibromyalgia. The joy of it all Nas!

Nooooo chocolate. Higher oestrogen and inability to exercise = weight gain!!! And slightly sore boobs but no way am I reducing patch atm.

Today's a good day so am revelling in that. It all sucks doesn't it but I love in hope for the likes of us
Take care my friend x😍

[jaypo]

💕💕💕

[Nas]

Hey Sarah buddie
I’ve put the chocolate away for now. It’s always there ( just in case!)

Glad to hear that in the main, your moods are good, that’s nice to hear.

It also sounds like you are become tuned into your body, particularly around the time of your period. At least now, you know what you are dealing with and can kind of prepare I guess ? 

Arthritis… mmm not so great  . What are your iron / b12 levels like? Fibromyalgia? I’m hoping not….🙏

Keep your chin up pal.. what song are we on at the mo? X

[SarahT]

Yep, trying to stay up on the good days and a slight feeling of dread when I know the bad days are looming....😈

My troublesome have always been low, last blood showed just 30 on the ( ridiculous scale) of 15-200. Been on iron most of my life and gp says it's ok. Hmmm. Anyhow, we keep trundling on  Nas.

Hope you get some proper investigations completed soon, pain is no joke.

Song wise I'm  keeping it simple Elton John I'm Still Standing (mostly!!!) 😘

[Nas]

Good choice re: I'm still standing (not sure there is an alternative right now!)
Keep going, you are doing well 

I'm ploughing on through it all..too much to do at home and in the garden.
I have done all I can right now re: the pain etc..

Currently looking at my diet and considering how I can improve that to avoid any further tummy pains at least.
Sugar I think is going to go..along with dairy...
Upping the water for the bowels...
Prune juice is currently a regular drink of mine now (grim)

xx

[SarahT]

Yes diet choices are something positive you can do. I do the same for my acid relfux. It does help a lot and makes you feel you have a bit more control.

Draw the line at prunes in any form!
I don't like milk so use oat milk, works for me. Just no one ever take my coffee away from me. And yes it is totally decaff!

Like most things it's a bit trial and error. Seems like the chocolate will be in storage for a while yet.😠

[ElkWarning]

Hi Nas

I've had two colonoscopies, after years of IBS.  The first one was pretty bad, but the second one was fine.  The experience changed because I went raving to my GP, who then contacted the consultant, and I was given a choice of enhanced pain relief (I can recommend fentanyl).

I'd been struggling by with bowel probs for a long time, and also suspected diverticulitis due to pain, alternate constipation / loose movements and always feeling blocked somewhere.  Turned out I had a bunch of massive polyps and some serious inflammation.  Once these were removed (during the colonoscopy), my problems disappeared almost overnight.

I eat predominantly vegan diet and avoid most processed food - except wine!  I also never ever take codeine.