Diverticular Disease

Disease of the large intestine

Usually in area of sigmoid colon

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DiverticulaDiverticulosisDiverticulitisDiverticular Disease

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Crampy painBloatingLower abdomen

discomfort painNauseaVomitingFever (low grade)Change in bowel habitsConstipation

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Bleeding InfectionsPerforations (small tears)BlockagesAbscessPeritonitisFistula

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Structural abnormalities

Colonic motilityRole of Dietary Fiber

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Aging Obesity Smoking Lack of exercise Chronic

constipation Certain medications Diet high in fat

(animal) & low in fiber

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Medical history and physical examAbdominal ultrasoundColonoscopyCT scan

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CT scan of Diverticulitis

Medical Clear inflammation and infection Rest the colon Surgery may be required for

complications or chronic condition Lifestyle

Rest the colon High fiber intake with water Exercise Lose weight Quit smoking Courtesy of en.wikipedia

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