Treatment

In cases of diverticulosis, drink plenty of fluids and increase the fiber in your diet. In cases of diverticulitis, antibiotics may be prescribed to clear up the infected diverticula and a liquid diet may be suggested. While the colon is healing, the doctor may recommend a low-fiber diet for a period of time. If attacks of diverticulitis are severe or frequent, surgery may be required.

Treatment

Your doctor may suggest one of the following types of treatments:

• A fiber laxative
  A stool softener

Fiber laxatives and stool softeners should be used only as directed. Different treatments work in various ways; let your doctor choose the best one for you.

Treatment / Management

Medications

Doctors often recommend over-the-counter fiber laxatives or stool softeners for relief of constipation associated with Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Ask your doctor which is best for you. Doctors sometimes may prescribe an anti-spasmodic or other medications.