Question:
diverticulitis and surgery

Does having diverticulitis still allow you to have surgery?    — cuppaloopy (posted on November 12, 2009)

November 12, 2009
I was diagnosed with it at 17, but as an adult, as long as I stayed away from things with small seeds, I didn't have any cramping, so I don't know how accurate a diagnosis it was. Had the VSG (sleeve) this year, age 56, and the constant diahrrea I had before has cleared up. Best bet is always to talk about it with your surgeon. One proceedure might be better than another. Remember, the whole goal of WLS is to improve your health.
   — jtoothman

November 15, 2009
I have been diagnosed with the same. The surgeon told me the affected area is completely different than where they operate. I had the RNY 10/20.
   — Annette M.

November 15, 2009
If you are not in the middle of an attack or coming off an infection you can have the surgery. Stay away from seeds and nuts. I have not had any of those for over 6 years and no more attacks.
   — edgehanger