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Diverticular Disease : What Is It & Treatments

A group of diseases that causes development of small sacs in the wall of colon (large intestine). Mild cases may not show any symptoms and it may cause pain in the lower abdomen as the condition progresses.

Symptoms

It usually does not show any symptoms but sometimes inflammation of diverticula results in pain in the lower abdomen or fever.

Causes

Diverticular disease includes a group of conditions (diverticulosis, diverticular bleeding, and diverticulitis) affecting the colon. These conditions cause herniation or out-pouching of the walls of colon, creating small pouches.

Diagnosis

Diverticulosis is generally diagnosed when tests are done for other medical conditions.

Highlights

Medications

Antibiotics: To treat infections.

Amoxicillin . Clavulanic acid . Sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim

Fiber supplements: It is helpful in normalizing bowel function and preventing constipation.

Methylcellulose . Psyllium