Diverticulitis treatment in Othón P. Blanco

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.