Typically, it’s the pain of the infected or inflamed diverticula that compel an individual to visit their doctor or even the hospital. Doctors usually treat this pain with over-the-counter pain relievers. If surgery is required to treat diverticulitis, doctors and surgeons usually turn to stronger pain relievers to ensure patients are comfortable as they heal, post-procedure.

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