Thanks for the add, I am learning a lot. So far with my attacks I have never gone to hosp but I have had colonoscopy in 2016 and have Diverticuli but was not aware of what it was till the past few months, so I have never gone to hosp when it happens and after 5-6 hours of vomiting and Painful BMs that turn to Diarrhea, it is over and I am fine, but has been happening for 2yrs now every few months, the more I read, the more I realize what is going on and it is getting worse.The past 2 months has lasted a bit longer but still not bad enough to go in. I have found that alcohol will make it happen. No more wine with Sunday dinners. No fevers or infection, so it is time to talk with doc again about what to do. I just joined these groups a few weeks ago. Had last colonoscopy in 2015 all they wanted to do is give me something for IBS. which I do not have. Having a problem once every few months is not something I want to take daily meds for, they hear diarrhea and assume it is ongoing. I had first colonoscopy in 2004 after having large tumor removed, I had one diverticuli at that time. Had first attack during dental appt, Oct of 2015, severe stomach pains and made it to visitor bathroom, without embarrassing myself, Now I know what that pain is. I just thought it was gas spasms and 6hrs later I still just thought it was some Gas and constipation problems and then it stopped. After a few more attacks I asked doc and they sent me for the colonoscopy. No one ever told me much of what to do, they couldnt even pass the Sigmoid area so I had to have CT with Barium Enema contrast, not fun at all. I started taking slippery elm last week and it seems to be helping a lot. Along with Align probiotic every few days. Will just have to see how the next few months go. Plus I have tried low carb diet a few times and each time I have attack after a few days. I am learning what to avoid for me. So far nuts, popcorn, hotdogs and Wine are off limits. boho items to wear for a formal occasion