As we all know, there are many causes that may be creating your upset stomach. However, today we would like to share one possibility. Diverticulitis is usually diagnosed during an acute attack, but read on to further understand diverticulitis.
What it is:
The condition known as diverticulitis is when diverticula become inflamed or infected. Diverticula are tiny, bulky pouches that may form in the lining of the digestive system. Most often, they are found in the lower part of the large intestine.
This part of the intestine is called the colon. After the age of forty, diverticula become common. However, they seldom cause issues.
But when they do become inflamed or infected, it is important to get diagnosed and treated for diverticulitis. This condition can cause severe abdominal pains, fever, nausea, and a marked change in your bowel movements.
Symptoms of diverticulitis:
Knowing the symptoms to look out for is very beneficial. Try not to do so much of your own online research as you can stress yourself more. Instead, pop into our office to speak with our experienced gastro doctors.
If you have been diagnosed with diverticulitis and care to read up on it a bit more before treatment, then carry on here. We have you covered. Any questions that you may have after reading today’s article can surely be discussed during a visit to our Orlando gastroenterologist office.
The first sign of this condition is, of course, stomach pain. This is usually the first symptom felt for many digestive issues, disease, or conditions. But yes, this is also a symptom of diverticulitis.
More specifically, the abdomen pain may show up in the lower left side of the abdomen. For people with Asian descent, the right side of the abdomen may be more painful. There may be nausea and vomiting.
This may be a result of the abdominal pain or the stress. Otherwise, it may just be entirely a separate symptom. Another symptoms patients tend to experience is fever.
Again, the fever may be brought on by the pain you are in, and it may the warning to you that something is wrong. Along with abdominal pain comes abdominal tenderness. You may feel like you want to wear loose pants or shorts.
What to avoid:
Tight jeans are not recommended during the time of pain. Lastly, constipation is a sign of this condition. This may be a result of aiming to avoid any more use of abdominal muscles or just a simple sign of the condition.
Anytime at all you have constant abdominal pain, seek medical attention. Anytime you have pain anywhere at all in your body, seek medical attention. Pain is the body’s way of telling you there is something not right.
Next time, we will share the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of diverticulitis. Once again, do not ignore abdominal pain. Menstrual cramps is one exception. However, you can never be too safe or be sure of the difference!
Have a Happy New Year!
Staff Writer