Digestive System

People generally remain unaware that they have diverticular disease unless a complication arises. Complications typically start when one or more of the pouches, or diverticula, become infected and inflamed and diverticulitis develops. Symptoms from complications can come on quite suddenly and include: Bleeding from the rectum Abscess Perforation Peritonitis Intestinal obstruction Fistula Bleeding From The Rectum Small […]

Many people with diverticular disease have no symptoms and require no treatment. Treatment is required if symptoms develop. Usually symptoms can be treated successfully, and most people who have an episode of inflamed diverticular disease do not suffer a recurrence. If serious complications do develop, surgery may be required to remove the affected parts of

Living with diverticular disease involves: A high-fiber diet Treating mild symptoms A High-Fiber Diet Usually the simple remedy of a high-fiber diet may well prevent the development of complications from diverticular disease. People hospitalized for complications of diverticular disease typically start a high-fiber diet while still in the hospital. Fiber keeps stool soft, keeps the

The large majority of people with diverticular disease will not realize they have diverticula unless the condition is discovered during a colonoscopy. You can reduce your risk for the disease or its complications by eating plenty of fiber. Those who do experience discomfort usually suffer a relatively mild case of inflammation, readily treated with antibiotics in the short term

Here are some frequently asked questions related to Diverticular Disease. Q: Does diverticular disease increase the chance of later developing colon cancer? A: No, diverticular disease doesn’t seem to increase the risk for colon cancer. But the symptoms of colon cancer can be quite similar to those of diverticular disease. Cancer and diverticula often look alike on CT scans (CT

Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to Diverticular Disease. People with diverticular disease develop small pouches-called diverticula-in the walls of their colon. The diverticula develop from excess pressure in the colon that is caused by constipation due to lack of fiber in the diet. The condition is common in older people. The vast majority of

Here are definitions of medical terms related to Diverticular Disease. Abscess: A collection of pus surrounded by damaged and inflamed tissue, usually caused by bacterial infection. Carbohydrate: The main source of energy for all body functions, especially brain functions; major sources of carbohydrates are cereals, vegetables, fruits, rice, potatoes, legumes, and flour products. Collagen disorders: Problems with the