What is Diverticular Disorder?

Diverticulitis is a condition in which tiny pouches (diverticula) form in the stomach or intestine. Their presence is detected only during an internal examination or when an X-Ray is taken. Irritable Bowel Syndrome is the condition associated with it.

When, bacteria-infects the pouch’s, diverticulosis develops into diverticulitis.  Inflammation occurs due to the overgrowth of the bacteria. Nausea, bloating and gas are the effects of mild infection.

Symptoms of Diverticular Disorder

1. Diverticulosis

   1. No symptoms in maximum cases.
   2. Tenderness or mild cramping in the left side of the abdomen, but this reduces with passing gas or a bowel movement. Occasionally constipation, gas and nausea may occur.
   3. In rare cases stool are accompanied by flecks of bright red blood.

2. Diverticulitis

1. Sudden appearance of intermittent lower, left abdominal cramps, or acute pain or tenderness, which maybe severe to mild. The discomfort may turn chronic, may stop or may recur.
2. Bowel obstruction or rectal bleeding may occur in some cases.
3. Constipation is more common than diarrhea.
4. Chills and nausea along with fever may occur during attacks.
5. Passing of fecal matter and gas in urine (in rare cases) signifies breaks and leaks in the bowel wall..

Causes of Diverticular Disorder

• Lack of fiber in diet, leads to hard stool formation, that exerts more pressure on the colon and may lead to the formation of diverticula.

Home based cures for Diverticular Disorder

1. Diverticulitis – Antibiotics to combat infection, liquid diet and bed rest are required to treat diverticulitis..

Diverticular Disorder Prevention

1. Eat fiber rich foods like vegetables, whole grains and fruits. Brown rice, bran, whole-wheat bread, unpeeled fruits and vegetables, whole-grain cereal are all good for diverticulosis.
2. For occasional constipation eat a few prunes that contain natural laxative, and is a good- source of fiber.
3. Drink at least 8 glasses of fluids, including soups and juices.
4. Exercise prevents constipation and so physically active people are less prone to diverticulitis .