Diverticulitis occurs when pockets in the wall of the intestine, called diverticula, become inflamed or infected. Sufferers of diverticulitis can find relief by following a diverticulitis diet. A low residue diet is recommended during the flare-up periods of...
Diverticulitis is an inflammation and infection of diverticula, which are pouches found in the colon wall. Complications such as perforations or tears, blockages, bleeding, peritonitis, and abscesses can occur even with treatment. If any of these complications should...
Diverticulitis is a serious disease that is both painful and dangerous. Once diverticula, which are small sacs, grow on colon walls, they will not heal. Inflammation and rupture of these sacs may occur and cause serious and life-threatening infections. A preventative...
Once the diagnosis is made of diverticulitis and you have successfully been treated, it is time to be sure that you take good care of yourself. This includes making sure that you understand how much fiber you need in your diet and how to adjust the amount of...
Diverticula are small pouches in the lining of the intestines that protrude through the muscle of the intestinal wall. These pouches produce no pain or other symptoms unless they become inflamed or infected. When a diverticular pocket and the surrounding tissue become...
