Diverticulitis
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Diverticulitis is the inflammation or infection of diverticula, small pouches that can form in the wall of the large intestine. When they become inflamed, they cause abdominal pain and other digestive discomforts that should not be overlooked.
Frequent symptoms:
- Abdominal pain, frequently on the left side
- Fever and changes in bowel habits
- Nausea or general malaise
When to seek care? If the pain is severe, persists, or is accompanied by fever, an evaluation is important to avoid complications.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist is the one who studies and follows up on the condition, and the general surgeon or the colorectal surgeon may intervene in more complex situations. The recommended course is for a professional to confirm the diagnosis and guide appropriate management.
Data on 10,284 doctors who treat diverticulitis
Which specialist treats diverticulitis?
Diverticulitis is usually managed by a general surgeon, especially when there is acute inflammation or complications. A gastroenterologist and an endoscopist take part in the diagnosis and required tests, while a proctologist may be involved if the affected area is in the lower colon. If you have persistent abdominal pain, a general practitioner can provide the initial evaluation and proper referral.
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Doctors specialized in diverticulitis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Karla Areyda Reyes León
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Frequently asked questions
What is diverticulitis?
Diverticulitis is the inflammation or infection of diverticula, small pouches that can form in the wall of the large intestine. When they become inflamed, they cause abdominal pain and other digestive discomforts that should not be overlooked.
Which doctor treats diverticulitis?
Diverticulitis is usually managed by a general surgeon, especially when there is acute inflammation or complications. A gastroenterologist and an endoscopist take part in the diagnosis and required tests, while a proctologist may be involved if the affected area is in the lower colon. If you have persistent abdominal pain, a general practitioner can provide the initial evaluation and proper referral.