Colon Resection

[livingwith]

Hi:
I’m glad I found this channel. It helps to read about others who have similar problems. I am a 63-1/2 years old male, to whom the Lord has been very good by giving me excellent health. This is the first time in my life that I have been sick. I had my his first diverticulitis episode on 12/30/06, followed by a second episode on 6/2/07 and a third episode on 11/30/07. I did not know what was wrong during the first episode. I had some pain on my lower left abdomen for about 3-4 days, and...Read the full article

[bayarearepair]

I am 53 years old and in the same condition. I saw my surgeon today and she said I must have a resection as I have had 3 flair ups in one year and the last c-scan showed that there is still the same amount of infection. My Dr is Chief of surgery and will do it laproscopic. BUT, there are always a risk as you know.

I wish you the best. I have deceded to put it off for a few months due to my work. I hope that is the right decision.