Dear Dr. Roach: I’ve had diverticulitis repeatedly since 2016. It’s been bad enough 10 times (with belly pain and fever) that I was given antibiotics. I’ve had it at least that many more times where I ...
How does laparoscopic surgery compare with open surgery for elective procedures in patients with diverticulitis? The investigators conducted a randomized trial that compared the results of 54 patients ...
BOSTON — Patients with acute colonic diverticulitis are more likely to be seen by primary care providers than by emergency physicians, representing a shift in the way clinicians detect and treat the ...
ACG has released a clinical guideline for the management of colonic diverticulitis in outpatient settings, highlighting the ...
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have had many bouts of diverticulitis, and was recommended for surgery. However, one gastroenterologist recommended treating my chronic constipation with Miralax, and since then I ...
Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Key Takeaways Diverticulitis flare-ups can cause sudden abdominal pain, fever, and constipation or diarrhea, and may lead to serious complications if ...