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  • What is Diverticulitis?

    • Presence of pockets (an outpouching of a hollow (or a fluid-filled) structure in the body) in colon wall is called diverticula. Inflammation or infection of this pockets is called diverticulitis.
    • The formation of pouches or sacs on the intestinal lining is called diverticulosis.
    • Diverticulitis is when these pockets become inflamed or infected.

  • Risk Factors

    • Aging(>60)
    • Obesity
    • Smoking
    • Lack of exercise
    • Fatty diet
    • Some medications

  • Symptoms

    • Abdominal pain
    • Fever
    • Nausea/Vomiting
    • Constipation
    • Change in bowel habit
    • Flatulence
    • Bloating

  • Diagnosis

    • USG
    • Colonoscopy
    • Stool test
    • CT scan

  • Complications

    • Abscess
    • Obstruction
    • Fistula
    • Peritonitis
    • Bleeding

  • Treatment

    Medical Management –
    • High-fibre, low fat diet
    • Stool softener
    • Antibiotics + Supportive treatment
    Surgery – Generally for the complications or for recurrent disease

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