101. Morton Plant Mease Articles: Diverticulitis diverticulitis. A diverticulum 60. However, very few cases actually develop into diverticulitis (inflammation of the diverticulum). In http://www.zipmall.com/mpm-art-divertic.htm

Diverticulitis A diverticulum is generally an acquired outpouching of the colon. This condition is found in more than half of all persons over age 60. However, very few cases actually develop into diverticulitis (inflammation of the diverticulum). In some persons, the lower end of the colon near the rectum (the sigmoid colon) is exposes repeatedly to the very high pressures of contraction. When the stool in the area is propelled forward during a bowel movement, when the fecal matter is hard or compacted, the contractions become increasingly forceful. Ultimately, like the inner tube of a tire, the weaker areas of the colon wall bulge and sometimes form hundreds of diverticula. Some authorities believe the factors responsible are dietary. High fiber foods generally retain water as they move through the colon, leaving the stool soft and easy to expel. With no fiber the stool is hard and inflexible. Poor fluid intake may have the same effect. Chronic laxatives may cause forceful contractions as well. Diverticulitis results when factors weaken the wall of the diverticulum so much that the wall microscopically perforates into the surrounding abdominal cavity. From there on, a process similar to appendicitis may occur.

102. Diverticulosis And Diverticulitis: Health Topics: UI Health Care 19992004, University of Iowa. Diverticulosis And diverticulitis. If the pouch becomes inflamed, the condition becomes known as diverticulitis. http://www.uihealthcare.com/topics/digestivesystem/dige4422.html

Health Topics Category Index Health Topics for Digestive System James A. Clifton Center for Digestive Diseases Cancers of the Digestive System ... Liver Service - UI Health Care's digital library Read this month's health-e-newsletter Send comments and questions to staff@uihealthcare.com University of Iowa Diverticulosis And Diverticulitis Diverticulosis is the presence of a pouch or sac that protrudes out from the lining of the wall of the intestine. This occurs in the descending stretch of the colon. These pouches may be present in over one-third of all people over 60. Most go unnoticed. If the pouch becomes inflamed, the condition becomes known as diverticulitis. The major cause of these pouches is a low fiber diet over many years. Diverticulitis can range from a mild to serious disease. More than two-thirds of persons with diverticulosis do not have symptoms. When symptoms are present they may include the following: severe pain in the left lower side of the abdomen an aching pain in the lower left side constipation or loose stools nausea and vomiting and a low-grade fever Check with your healthcare provider for an evaluation of your bowel if you have any of the above symptoms. There will be certain laboratory tests including:

103. Your Health - Diverticulitis diverticulitis. by Debra Wood, RN. Definition. diverticulitis is inflammation or infection in a pouch that forms in the wall of the large intestine (colon). http://www.aurorahealthcare.org/yourhealth/healthgate/getcontent.asp?URLhealthga

104. Diverticulitis & Homeopathy Homeopathy diverticulitis. (User entered condition) Alternative Names Diverticulosis Homeopathic remedies symptoms. diverticulitis. For http://www.abchomeopathy.com/c.php/54

Homeopathy Conditions - D DLE ... Dyspraxia Homeopathy - Diverticulitis (User entered condition) Alternative Names: Diverticulosis Homeopathic remedies are prescribed by symptoms rather than conditions, as each case of a particular illness can manifest differently in different people. However, to make it quicker to find the symptoms related to Diverticulitis, the symptoms experienced by a previous vistor to our homeopathic remedy finder have been grouped, by them, under the name of Diverticulitis. There may be symptoms not related to Diverticulitis, and this may not be an exhaustive list of symptoms. Diverticulitis For suggestions of homeopathic remedies for Diverticulitis, tick the boxes below and press the Find Remedies button at the bottom of the screen. On the next screen, you should enter any other symptoms in the search box. mouth; taste; nauseous; throat; nausea; abdomen; pain; from constipation; ; abdomen; pain; lower part of abdomen; ; abdomen; pain; lower part of abdomen; on exertion; ;

105. Diverticulitis, Small Pouch In Colon diverticulitis. This condition is called diverticulosis. When pouches become infected or inflamed, the condition is called diverticulitis. http://www.surgery.usc.edu/divisions/cr/diverticulitis.html

Diverticulitis Most people have small pouches in their colons that bulge out through weak spots. A pouch is called a diverticulum, and multiple pouches are called diverticula. This condition is called diverticulosis. When pouches become infected or inflamed, the condition is called diverticulitis. The cause of this disease is unknown, but it is believed that the association of a diet not containing sufficient fiber which contributes to constipation, makes the muscles strain to move stool that is too hard, causing increased pressure in the colon. This pressure instigates the weak spots in the colon to bulge out and become diverticula. Symptoms for diverticulitis and diverticulosis differ. Most people with diverticulosis do not have any discomfort or symptoms. However, symptoms may include mild cramps, bloating, and constipation. The most common symptom of diverticulitis is abdominal pain, with tenderness around the left side of the lower abdomen. Diverticulitis can be a source of rectal bleeding. If an infection is the cause, fever, nausea, vomiting, chills, cramping, and constipation may occur as well. The severity of symptoms depends on the extent of the infection and complications. Diverticulitis can lead to complications such as infections, perforations or tears, blockages, or bleeding. These complications always require treatment to prevent them from progressing and causing serious illness. Treatment may include open or laparoscopic surgery. A colostomy is infrequently needed unless it is an emergency.

106. Diverticulitis (The Self Help Series) diverticulitis (The Self Help Series). List price $7.00 Our price $7.00. Book diverticulitis (The Self Help Series) Customer Reviews http://www.health-books-web.com/Diverticulitis_The_Self_Help_Series_0722515499.h

Diverticulitis (The Self Help Series) Diverticulitis (The Self Help Series) by Authors: Arthur White Released: May, 1998 ISBN: 0722515499 Paperback Sales Rank: List price: Our price: Book > Diverticulitis (The Self Help Series) > Customer Reviews: Average Customer Rating: Diverticulitis (The Self Help Series) > Customer Review #1: Diverticulitis Once you set aside the Authors rantings about Science, Food Manufactures and the Medical Society, this book is GREAT. It conirmed some of the action I had already taken regarding a fast during a bout, but the most important and revelationary information I got is the "Toilet Drill" and "Abdominal Ecercises". Never had I ever been told how to empty my bowels to avoid stress on the stomach. That information alone, was well worth the book. Dont give up on the book, the 104 pages was information I already knew, but the last 14 are worth it.

107. Pediatric Surgery At Brown Image Bank - Meckel's Diverticulum Meckel s diverticulitis. Meckel s diverticulitis, Appendix (left) and Meckel s diverticulitis (arrow). Intussusception on a Meckel s diverticulum. http://bms.brown.edu/pedisurg/Brown/Image bank pages/Meckel.html

The Image Bank MECKEL'S DIVERTICULUM Point on the image to read the caption; click on the image to enlarge it Image Bank Index Pediatric Surgery @ Brown Brown Program in Fetal Medicine

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