Diverticulosis treatment in Florida
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Diverticulosis is a condition where tiny crevices of your large bowel bulge outward through the outer portion of the colon. Even though these pouches, known as diverticula, might appear anywhere in the colon, they are normally found on the left half of the colon, known as the descending and sigmoid colon. This is commonly not a cause for concern and does not always cause noticeable signs. Diverticulosis and diverticulitis both are considered diverticular conditions. Diverticulitis is the condition where the small sacs get infected or swollen. Patients will get diverticulosis before they can have diverticulitis. If you experience diverticulosis, it is vital to be monitored by a digestive health specialist to help defend against diverticulitis. We welcome you to get connected with Gastroenterology Associates of Florida today to request an appointment. Our gastroenterology providers are pleased to offer specialized care for diverticulosis and diverticulitis in Florida.
What are the causes of diverticulosis?
Physicians are still unsure of the exact reason for diverticulosis. The main agreement is that these outpouchings break through the outside intestine when increased strain in the large intestine is exerted, whether from colon spasms or constipation. There also seems to be a strong connection with a genetic medical history, which suggests that genetic makeup might pose a patient with a heightened possibility of diverticulosis. Older age is the prime risk factor for diverticulosis. The problem may happen to both men and women. Beginning when you turn 40, the chance of forming diverticulosis grows about every 10 years. Roughly half of individuals ages 60-80 have diverticulosis, and the majority of patients over the age of 80 experience the issue. Request a consultation with Gastroenterology Associates of Florida to receive the proper treatment for this condition.
What are the signs of diverticulosis?
Often, you will not have symptoms of diverticulosis. If a patient did experience evidence of diverticulosis, these often involve:
- Trouble passing stool
- Loose stools
- Stomach discomfort as well as cramps
- Bloated stomach
When you get any worrisome signs associated with your gastrointestinal tract such as the ones above, get in touch with Gastroenterology Associates of Florida to talk to a gastroenterologist in one of our Florida locations.
What are the options to treat diverticulosis?
The first goal of therapy for diverticulosis is to prevent the pouches from getting diseased or swollen. Our Florida gastroenterology providers can discuss the ideal interventions for your needs in one of our Gastroenterology Associates of Florida locations, although a few of the potential treatments are:
- Eating a high-fiber diet
- Take fiber supplements
- Probiotic supplements
Proposed methods to prevent diverticular disease include:
- Stop smoking or don’t start smoking
- Avoid taking NSAID pain relievers like aspirin
- Lose weight if overweight
- Avoid beef products and high-fat foods
The board-certified specialists for diverticulosis
For those who are susceptible to diverticulosis and would like to prevent the serious difficulty of diverticulitis, we recommend that you work with a GI expert so you can improve your issue. We can help you search for a local gastrointestinal physician with our physician-led team of gastroenterologists at Gastroenterology Associates of Florida. In the event that you have markers of a digestive health ailment or want help for diverticulosis in Florida, get in touch with us today to request an appointment with an experienced gastroenterologist so you can keep up optimal digestive health.
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