Diverticulitis is not really hereditary. It is really quite common amongst the elderly due to the aging of the bowel which allows the diverticuli to develop. DH dealt with one of the main experts around and he was told that it may or may not have a hereditary component, they still do not fully know why it develops and are, of course, completely baffled as to why it occured so badly in someone as young as he was.
hope it is something that is easily fixed for you.
I would definitely get a referral for a colonoscopy. DH had severe ulcerative colitis on two ocassions. An overactive immune system that attacks the colon. Each flare up lasted months, and got to the point where he couldn't leave the house - because he always needed a toilet, and he didn't have the energy. The second time he got it, it was so bad and no medication would fix it so he had to have his colon removed (and now has a permanent ileostomy bag). Obviously a worst case scenario, but there are so many possibilities for what it could be, it's worth getting it looked at asap.
Have made an appoinment for next Friday the 22nd as that is when my next Depo injection is due anyway, so kill 2 birds with one stone. Will let you know how I go if I remember LOL
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hope it is something that is easily fixed for you.
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