What is Diverticular disease? Diverticular disease is a condition characterized by the formation of diverticula, which are small pouch-like protrusions that form along the walls of a hollow structure, most commonly, the large intestine.

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Diverticulitis is a gastrointestinal disease that can cause abdominal pain, a low-grade temperature, nausea, vomiting, and a generally feeling of being unwell. Dr Lisa Das explains the various causes of diverticulitis, what foods you should avoid if you have it, and when it’s the right time to receive treatment from a doctor.

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This 3D medical animation describes the anatomy of the colon as well as what a diverticulum is. The animation goes on to distinguish between a diverticulosis and diverticulitis and possible treatment options of diverticulitis. Diverticular disease is a condition occurring when pouches form toward the end of the large intestine. The large intestine, or colon includes the cecum, ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon, sigmoid colon, rectum and anal canal.
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