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Blog dedicated to people suffering from diverticulitis,diverticulosis and gastrointestinal disorders.
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Diverticulosis
Diverticulitis occurs when small, bulging pockets - or diverticula - occur within the colon and become infected. In most cases a slight or micro-perforation occurs.Diverticulosis, the presence of the pocket without infection, is very common as we gro...
Diverticulitis
Diverticulitis treatment focuses on clearing up the inflammation and infection, resting the colon, and preventing or minimizing complications.Depending on the severity of symptoms, the doctor may recommend bed rest, oral antibiotics, a pain reliever,...
What are the complications of diverticulitis?
Diverticulitis can lead to bleeding; infections; small tears, called perforations; or blockages in the colon. These complications always require treatment to prevent them from progressing and causing serious illness.BleedingRectal bleeding from diver...
What are the symptoms of diverticulosis and diverticulitis?
DiverticulosisMost people with diverticulosis do not have any discomfort or symptoms. However, some people may experience crampy pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen, bloating, and constipation. Other conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome an...
Add 'whole grains' to your diet
Whole grains are cereal grains that contain bran and germ as well as the endosperm (plant tissue) in contrast to refined grains, which retain only the endosperm. The phytochemicals found in whole grains have been shown to have health-promoting and di...
Colon Toxicity Can Lead to Poor Health
Some say that the flu begins in the intestines. Some say that the gut is a second brain. The digestive system is important to whole health, and its importance is frequently overlooked. Intestinal problems can lead to chronic problems, such as prematu...

