Second-generation immigrants are more educated compared to first generation immigrants, exceeding parental education in many instances. A greater percentage of second-generation immigrants have obtained a level of education beyond a high school diploma, with 59.2% having at least some college education in 2009.
Note the following: One typical oral antibiotic regimen is a combination of ciprofloxacin (or trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole) and metronidazole. Moxifloxacin is appropriate monotherapy for outpatient treatment of uncomplicated diverticulitis. Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid monotherapy is acceptable as well.
The treatment of a diverticulitis attack will depend on the severity of the symptoms and whether this is your first attack. Mild cases of diverticulitis are generally treated with a change in diet, antibiotics and rest. Severe cases more than likely will require surgery to remove the diseased portion of your colon. During an attack of diverticulitis, your doctor may recommend a clear liquid diet or a low-fiber diet.