Knowra Diverticulitis Diverticulitis Diverticulitis is inflammation of diverticula, small pouches that commonly form in the colon wall. It can cause abdominal pain and may lead to infection or other complications.
Diverticulosis : Diverticulosis is the presence of diverticula, usually in the colon, without inflammation. It distinguishes the common, often symptom-free pouches from their inflamed state.
Computed tomography of the abdomen and pelvis : Computed tomography of the abdomen and pelvis uses X-rays to create cross-sectional images of abdominal and pelvic structures. CT commonly confirms suspected diverticulitis and identifies abscesses or perforation.
Irritable bowel syndrome : Irritable bowel syndrome is a disorder of gut-brain interaction causing recurrent abdominal pain and altered bowel habits. It can mimic abdominal discomfort but does not cause diverticular inflammation.
Dietary fiber : Dietary fiber is the portion of plant food that resists digestion in the small intestine. A fiber-rich diet supports bowel regularity, though its role in preventing recurrence is not settled.
Colonic diverticulum : A colonic diverticulum is a small pouch that protrudes through the colon wall. Inflammation begins in these pouches, often in the sigmoid colon.
Antibiotics : Antibiotics are medicines that kill bacteria or inhibit their growth. They are used selectively for uncomplicated disease and are generally needed for systemic infection or complications.
Appendicitis : Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix, a small pouch attached to the large intestine. It can cause acute abdominal pain, but usually involves the appendix rather than colonic diverticula.
Red meat : Red meat is meat from mammals, including beef, pork, and lamb. Higher intake has been associated with diverticulitis risk, but association does not establish causation.
Diverticular abscess : A diverticular abscess is a localized collection of pus caused by infection near an inflamed diverticulum. It is a complication of infection that remains contained near the colon.
Bowel rest : Bowel rest is a temporary reduction or cessation of oral intake to limit digestive activity. Temporary diet changes may help manage symptoms during an acute episode.
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