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Diverticulitis - ER or not?
I was diagnosed with diverticulitis yesterday after 5 days of pain and a urine test showing trace leuk and 3+ blood. I was put on antibiotics (Bactrim) but have only had one dose so far. However, when I woke up this morning the pain had spread and is now affecting my flank and up into my shoulder. I am having pain when I breathe. Should I wait for the Bactrim to work or should I go in to the ER?
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Diverticulitis at 26 years of age is unusual. Have u undergone a colonoscopy or CT imaging. Go to the ER and get evaluated
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