diverticular disease causes

Foods You Should Avoid If You Have Diverticulitis

Foods You Should Avoid If You Have Diverticulitis

Diverticulitis is a condition that occurs when pouches in the colon (called diverticula) become inflamed or infected. The symptoms of diverticulitis are often mild, but sometimes they can be quite severe and require emergency treatment. To help you avoid these symptoms, today we’re discussing what triggers diverticulitis flare-ups, namely specific kinds of foods to avoid with diverticulitis.

6 Telltale Signs You Have Diverticulitis

6 Telltale Signs You Have Diverticulitis

You may have heard the term diverticulitis, but there is a good chance you don’t know exactly what it is or what the symptoms of diverticulitis are. Read on to find out more about the signs of diverticulosis and how to determine whether or not you have it.

Causes And Risk Factors Of Diverticular Disease

Causes And Risk Factors Of Diverticular Disease

By the age of 60 around 50% of Americans have or have had diverticulosis, which is simply the presence of pouches (diverticula) in the wall of the colon. Physicians aren’t sure exactly what causes diverticulosis, but there are some key risk factors of diverticulosis to be aware of.