Diverticulosis Vs. Diverticulitis: What’s The Difference?

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The problem with gut health is that it can be
affected by a wide range of illnesses, many of
which manifest themselves much in the same way
altered bowel patterns and abdominal pain. These
may require a colonoscopy. Diverticulitis is one
of those illnesses nonetheless, it is
occasionally mistaken for diverticulosis, a
condition that can indicate the onset of
diverticulitis. Even though the titles of these
two conditions are similar and one can cause the
other, its crucial to know the difference
between the two. What is diverticulosis? What is
diverticulitis? Lets find out. First things
first, the conditions names themselves can
provide important hints In diverticulosis, the
suffix osis refers to sickness or condition,
whereas in diverticulitis, the suffix itis
refers to the presence of inflammation.
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WHAT IS DIVERTICULOSIS?
Little holes or pouches (diverticula) can grow in
the muscle of the colon or large intestine wall,
leading to diverticulosis. An infection or
inflammation of these atypical pouches is known
as diverticulitis. Diverticular disease is the
collective term for various illnesses. Diverticul
ar illness is not linked to more dangerous
disorders, like bowel cancer, even though it has
certain symptoms. Diverticulitis, on the other
hand, is typically a medical emergency that
necessitates prompt medical attention and,
frequently, hospital admission. Although mild
episodes can be managed at home, they should
always be evaluated very carefully.
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CAUSES OF DIVERTICULOSIS
Diverticulosis is incredibly prevalent. Diet and
advanced age may be the main risk factors. The
illness affects more than half of all persons
over the age of 70. The majority of these
individuals do not know they have
diverticulosis. Large-scale epidemiological
research has been analyzed, and the major
complication of diverticular illness,
diverticulitis, is less common in those who
consume more fibre overall. The kind of dietary
fibre may matter fruits, grains, and cereals are
good sources, while eating vegetables may not be
as healthy.
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WHAT IS DIVERTICULITIS?
Diverticulitis is the result of inflammation or
infection of one or more diverticula in the colon
wall. The American Gastroenterological
Association (AGA) states that it frequently
manifests quickly and can produce symptoms like
fever, chills, stomach cramps, diarrhea or
constipation, and lower left-side abdominal
pain. According to the NIDDK, diverticulitis
accounts for around 200,000 hospital admissions
annually. However, diverticulitis is but one
aspect of diverticular disease, which also
includes diverticular bleeding, diverticular
complications, and persistent symptoms caused by
diverticula.
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MAJOR DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DIVERTICULOSIS AND
DIVERTICULITIS
In the colon, diverticulitis and diverticulosis
can also occur. Diverticulitis is less common,
painful, and can cause consequences whereas
diverticulosis is frequent and generally goes
unreported. Diverticulasmall pouches or sacs
that form in the colon wallcause diverticulosis.
It usually doesnt show any symptoms, and it
could go unnoticed until someone has a regular
imaging exam or has a colonoscopy. When
diverticula become infected or inflammatory,
diverticulitis results. Usually, diverticulitis
presents with acute, severe stomach pain.
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ENSURE DIVERTICULOSIS DOESNT BECOME
DIVERTICULITIS

• Your primary concern probably isnt to experience
  another flare-up of diverticulitis, especially if
  your doctor has tried treating it with
  antibiotics, clear liquid diet, and painkillers
  in the past. The following actions are
  recommended by the Mayo Clinic, NIDDK, and AGA to
  help avoid a recurrence
• Become a high-fibre eater Eat more plant-based
  meals, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains,
  and legumes, to gradually increase your intake of
  fibre.

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• Hydrate To replenish the fluids that the fibre
  in your diet has taken up, you need to drink a
  lot of liquids. If not, you can become
  constipated.
• Engage in physical activity Intense,
  heart-pounding workouts may be especially
  beneficial.
• Give up smoking For a number of health reasons,
  as well as the fact that it is costly and no
  longer acceptable in society.
• Canadian Place Endoscopy Clinic is well-equipped
  to help you identify the illness before it
  becomes severe. Request an appointment today and
  get proactive for your health.

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