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Why acquired diverticulosis is called disease of the age?
because people are eating low-fiber diets which can cause chronic constipation that will increase the pressure in the colon and subsequently lead to diverticulosis
What is the medical term meaning The presence of a number of diverticula in the colon?
Diverticulosis
What is the risk of diverticulosis?
One serious risk of diverticulosis involves bleeding
Are symptoms common with diverticulosis?
The great majority of people with diverticulosis will remain symptom-free
What is the commonest site for acquired diverticulosis?
Diverticula are most common in the developed countries of the West (North America, Great Britain, northern and western Europe).
What is the difference between a congenital disability and an acquired disability?
Congenital happens before birth, acquired after.
Can you eat raisins with diverticulosis?
Yes
What are the main symptoms of diverticulosis?
The main symptoms you will experience if you are suffering from diverticulosis are diarrhea and cramping abdominal pain, without any fever or infection.
What is the difference between constipation and diverticulitis?
Diverticulitis is an inflammation of the large intestine or colon. Diverticulosis is a condition that has similar symptoms but there is no inflammation.
Where can I find more information on diverticulosis diet?
You can consult your physician about this diet but can also find information at www.mayoclinic.com/health/diverticulosis-diet or www.spakpeople.com/free_diet_plans/.
Diverticulosis is a disease that affects the?
Large intestine
What is the icd-9 code for diverticulosis?
562.10
