Diverticulosis, A Simple Guide to the Condition, Treatment and Related Diseases

Diverticulosis is a disorder of the colon
Pouches (diverticula) are present in this condition
It is present in the older age group of people
Also in people who takes a diet of low fiber

Constipation and straining causes weak spots in the bowel mucosa
As a result pouches push outwards at these spots to form diverticula
There are very few symptoms present
There may be bloating or left abdominal pain

The best way of diagnosing diverticulosis is colonoscopy
Examination for blood in the stools by microsc...