Diverticulitis
- Created in Colon and Rectum
Diverticula are pockets or sacs that form in the lining of the intestine. Risk factors for forming these pockets include age, obesity, smoking, and a low-fiber diet. Diverticulitis occurs when these pockets become inflamed or infected. Symptoms include abdominal pain and fever. Antibiotics are typically used to treat diverticulitis, although more severe cases may require surgery.
