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Diverticula are small pouches, or sacs, that bulge outward through weak spots in your colon. They mostly form in the lower part of the colon. Diverticulosis is a condition in which you have these pouches. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional
Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · https://medlineplus.gov/diverticulosisanddiverticulitis.html; https://www.mayoclinic.org/search/search-results?q=Acute%20diverticulitis; Guideline: ASCRS 2020 diverticulitis guideline
Diverticula are small pouches, or sacs, that bulge outward through weak spots in your colon. They mostly form in the lower part of the colon. Diverticulosis is a condition in which you have these pouches.
Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · MedlinePlus (US NLM) · Mayo Clinic
Findings that point to it: llq pain, fever.
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See a qualified clinician to confirm or rule this out, sooner if symptoms worsen.
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Tests used to confirm: CT-confirmed; antibiotics if complicated or systemically unwell.
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Treatment is decided by a clinician after confirming the diagnosis. No dosing information is given here.
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ASCRS 2020 diverticulitis guideline
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