Diverticulosis And Diverticulitis Symptoms
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DIVERTICULOSIS AND DIVERTICULITIS
DESCRIPTION
Diverticulosis occurs when small, bulging pouches develop in your digestive tract. When one or more of these pouches become inflamed or infected, the condition is called diverticulitis. Diverticula are small, bulging pouches that can form in the lining of your digestive system.
Symptoms –
Persistent pain
Nausea and vomiting
Fever
Abdominal tenderness
Constipation or diarrhea
Risk factors –
Older age
Obesity
Smoking
Lack of exercise
High animal fat and low fiber in diet
Certain medications
Diagnosis and test –
Blood and urine test
Pregnancy test
Enzyme test
Stool test
Computerized tomography scan
Treatment –
Medications
Surgery
Follow-up care
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