Bobo

I have been teaching on the lower GI system and a student stated that they have heard of physicians recommending applesauce and vaseline as a treatment for diverticulitis. I've not heard that this is a common practice, and would be fearful of the dangers of ingesting vaseline. But I must admit that GI is not an area that I have specialized in. Is this an old practice remedy, old home remedy, or a student stunt? Any input from you GI specialist on this would be appreciated. I complete the lecture tomorrow. ------------------

Some additional quotes made by physicians in actual medical records:  Discharge status: alive but without permission.  The patient has been depressed ever since she began seeing me in 1983.  The patient refused an autopsy.  The patient has no past history of suicides.  Patient has left his white blood cells at another hospital.  Between you and me, we ought to be able to get this lady pregnant.  Since she can't get pregnant with her husband, I thought you would like to work her up.  She is numb from her toes down.  Occasional, constant, infrequent headaches.  Exam of genitalia reveals that he is circus sized.  Rectal exam revealed a normal size thyroid.  The patient was prepped and raped in the usual manner.  Both breasts are equal and reactive to light and accommodation