A 29-year-old with recurrent uncomplicated diverticulitis (CT‑proven) presents with mild left‑lower‑quadrant pain, afebrile, normal WBC, tolerating PO...

Question

A 29-year-old with recurrent uncomplicated diverticulitis (CT‑proven) presents with mild left‑lower‑quadrant pain, afebrile, normal WBC, tolerating PO. Best outpatient management?

Accepted Answer

No antibiotics; supportive care with close follow‑up

Answer

Admit for IV piperacillin‑tazobactam

Answer

Routine antibiotics for 10 days

Answer

Immediate colonoscopy

Answer

High‑dose steroids for inflammation

MCQ (SBA): Acute uncomplicated diverticulitis

A 29-year-old with recurrent uncomplicated diverticulitis (CT‑proven) presents with mild left‑lower‑quadrant pain, afebrile, normal WBC, tolerating PO. Best outpatient management?