Diverticulitis is characterized by the inflammation of small pouches which have formed in the intestine – usually in the large intestine (colon) – and these pouches are known as diverticula. Someone who has diverticulitis can experience relief or a worsening of the symptoms due to the food they eat, and the symptoms can range from nausea to abdominal pain to fever to changes in bowel habits. One of the major causes of diverticulitis in the first place is chronic constipation and straining. As ... [Read More]
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Important Things to Know Before Undergoing Diverticulitis Treatment
Diverticulitis occurs when diverticula – pouches that form in your intestinal lining – swell or become infected. Diverticula normally don't pose a problem. On the contrary, if they become infected or swollen, they can cause nausea, abdominal pain, or a noticeable change in bowel movements. When you visit our gastroenterology practice, Carlisle Digestive Associates, our doctors will provide treatment based on the severity of your case. However, before you come in for a visit, you may want to ... [Read More]
Symptoms of Diverticulitis
When you hear about gastrointestinal conditions, your first thought is likely about the common bowel movement disorder or Crohn’s disease. However, it’s just as useful to learn the lesser-known disorders affecting the digestive system like diverticulitis, which affects about half of adults aged 60 and above. What Is Diverticulitis? When there is heightened pressure inside your colon, small pouches (diverticula) can grow in the lining of your digestive system. The presence of diverticula is a ... [Read More]
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