Diverticulitis

Description

• Inflammation of the Diverticula and the lower part of the large intestine

Causes

• Caused by an infection of the Divertucila caused by tears of the marvel like sacs or protrusions through the intestine

Symptoms

• Severe Abdominal Pain
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Fever
• Tender Abdomen

How is it Diagnosed

• Starts with a physical exam - for women they do a pelvic exam
• Then they do a blood and urine test
• Liver enzyme test
• CT scan
• A stool test

Treatment

• Diet and Nutritional Plan
• Water Diet
• Slowly transition into solid food diet

Longterm Effects

• If complicatoins occur, Irritable Bowel Syndrome can occur

Overview

• Diverticulitis is caused by the infection of the Diverticula
• If diagnosed with it you will have sever abdominal pain and most likely a fever
• When you go to get diagnosed you will have to do a CT Scan and a stool test
• To help it you will go on diets to slowly get back to eating solid foods

Work Cited

• “Diverticulitis.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 14 Aug. 2018, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diverticulitis/symptoms-causes/syc-2....

Work Cited Cont.

• “Diverticulitis 101: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, Diet, and More | Everyday Health.” Stroke Center - EverydayHealth.com, Ziff Davis, LLC, 26 Mar. 2018, www.everydayhealth.com/diverticulitis/guide/.