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diverticulosis, a disorder characterized by the presence of diverticula, which are small, usually multiple saclike protrusions through the wall of the colon (large intestine intestine, muscular hoselike portion of the gastrointestinal tract extending from the lower end of the stomach (pylorus) to the anal opening. In humans this fairly narrow (about 1 in./2. ..... Click the link for more information. ). Diverticula usually do not cause symptoms unless they become inflamed, in which case the condition is called diverticulitis. Symptoms of diverticulitis vary and may include abdominal pain, fever, bleeding, and diarrhea or constipation. Treatment includes bed rest, antibiotics, and a soft diet. Diverticulosis becomes more common as people grow older, and it is estimated that more than 50% of people in Western countries acquire the condition by age 80. Many physicians believe that lack of fiber or bulk in the diet is a contributing factor in diverticulosis. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The physician performed a sigmoidoscopy, and the examination was normal, with the exception of diverticulosis within the sigmoid. It's not clear whether "isolated" fibers like maltodextrin and inulin do as much for your risk of heart disease, diabetes, diverticulosis, and constipation as the intact fiber in whole grains, beans, fruits, and vegetables. A colonoscopy showed diverticulosis coli with no other deformities. |
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