diverticular disease

Question 1

what is diverticula

Answer 1

abnormal outpouchings, or herniations, that occur in the wall of the
intestine

Question 2

where can diverticula occur

Answer 2

anywhere in the small or large intestine but are
found most often in the sigmoid

Question 3

diverticula can occur in which parts of the intestine

Answer 3

anywhere in the small or large intestine

Question 4

what type of diverticula cause only a few problems

Answer 4

diverticula without inflammation

Question 5

what can develop if you have diverticula

Answer 5

abscess; peritonitis;