Americans between the ages of 60-80 are more prone to diverticula, which for many, is harmless but for others presents as diverticulitis. This illness may have very few symptoms or may become more serious. Today we’re walking you through everything you need to know about Diverticulitis, including what causes Diverticulitis, whether it’s hereditary, common symptoms of Diverticulitis, and treatment options.
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.
According to the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, half of all people in the U.S. over age 60, and nearly everyone over age 80, has at least some diverticula in their colon. While diverticula are not always harmful, they can develop into a condition called diverticulitis if they become irritated. In this article, we will discuss what diverticulitis is, what symptoms it presents, and how it’s treated.
