DIVERTICULITIS AND IT SOLUTION

DESCRIPTION

Diverticulosishappens when pouches (diverticula) form in the wall of the colon. 
If these pouches get inflamed or infected, it is called d diverticulitis.
Diverticulitis can be very painful.

CAUSES

Doctors aren’t sure what causes diverticulitis in the colon(diverticulitis).
But they think that a low-fiber diet may
play a role.
Without fiber to add bulk to the stool, the
colon has to work harder than normal to
push the stool forward.
The pressure from this may cause
pouches to form in weak spots along the
colon.
Doctors aren’t sure what causes
diverticulitis.
Bacteria grow in the pouches, and this can lead to inflammation or infection.
SYMPTOM

• Belly pain, usually in the lower left side, that is sometimes worse when you move.
This is the most common symptom.

• Fever and chills.
•Bloating and gas.

Diarrhea or constipation.

• Nausea and sometimes vomiting.
• Not feeling like eating.

PREVENTION

You may

be able to prevent diverticulitis if

you drink plenty of water, get regular

exercise

and eat a high-fiber diet.

A high-fiber diet includes whole grains, fresh

fruits,

and vegetables.

TREATMENT

treatment you need depends on

bad your symptoms are.

You may need to have only liquids at first,

and then return to solid food when you start feeling better.

Your doctor will give you pain and antibiotics.

medicines for

Take the antibiotics as directed.
Do not stop taking them just because you

feel better.

For mild cramps and belly pain

• Use a heating pad, set on low, on your belly.

• Relax. For example,

try meditation or slow,

deep breathing in a quiet room.
•Take medicine, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, for example).
Be safe with medicines. Read and follow all instructions on the
label.
You may need surgery only if diverticulitis doesn’t get better with other treatment, or if you have problems such as long-lasting
(chronic) pain, a bowel obstruction, a
fistula, or a pocket of infection (abscess).