Diverticular Disease

Complications of Diverticulosis
Complications of diverticulosis include:
* Bright red rectal bleeding with clots
* Diverticulitis

Diverticular Disease
Diverticulosis is a condition with pouch-like protrusions in the colon:
* Rare before age 30
* Common after age 60
* Usually no symptoms

Diverticulitis
Diverticulitis is a serious complication in which pouches become inflamed or infected.
Symptoms of diverticulitis include:
* Pain in left lower abdomen
* Fever
* Sudden change in bowel habit
See your doctor immediately if you have any of these symptoms.

Diverticulitis Treatment
Treatment of diverticulitis may include:
* Antibiotics
* Special feeding
* Surgery

Prevent and Manage Diverticulosis
Ways to prevent and manage diverticular disease include:
* Increasing dietary fiber to keep bowel movements soft
* Avoiding stimulant laxatives.