Diverticulitis patients reveal psychological and physical symptoms long after acute attacks
UCLA researchers interviewed people with diverticulitis and confirmed that many suffer psychological and physical symptoms long after their acute illness has passed.
For the study, published this week in the peer-reviewed journal Quality of Life Research, a UCLA team led by Dr. Brennan Spiegel interviewed patients in great detail about the symptoms they experience weeks, months or even years after an acute diverticulitis attack. Their striking findings add to growing evidence that, for some patients, diverticulitis goes beyond isolated attacks and can lead to a chronic condition that mimics irritable bowel syndrome.
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Source: UCLA Newsroom: Health Sciences - July 31, 2014 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
Diverticulitis patients reveal psychological, physical symptoms long after acute attacks
Patients were interviewed by a research team in great detail about the symptoms they experience weeks, months or even years after an acute diverticulitis attack. Their striking findings add to growing evidence that, for some patients, diverticulitis goes beyond isolated attacks and can lead to a chronic condition that mimics irritable bowel syndrome. The researchers used those insights to develop a questionnaire to help doctors better assess the long-term impact of diverticulitis, which ultimately could lead to better understanding and management of the disease. (Source: ScienceDaily Headlines)
Source: ScienceDaily Headlines - July 30, 2014 Category: Science Source Type: news
Debunking Myths About Diverticular DiseaseDebunking Myths About Diverticular Disease
Dr. David Johnson reviews new data that put to rest several long-held beliefs about diverticulosis and diverticulitis. Medscape Gastroenterology (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Headlines - April 8, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Gastroenterology Slide/Lecture Presentation Source Type: news
Treating Diverticulitis: Mayo Clinic Radio Health Minute
In this Mayo Clinic Radio Health Minute, Dr. Mark Larson outlines treatment options for a condition called diverticulitis. To listen, click the link below. Treating Diverticulitis (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - April 3, 2014 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Sternum pain and diverticulitis: Dr Rosemary Leonard answers your medical queries
THIS week our family GP highlights the importance of fibre and debunks the mystery of sternum pain (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - March 25, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Diverticulitis (Diverticulosis, Diverticular Disease)
Title: Diverticulitis (Diverticulosis, Diverticular Disease)Category: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 12/31/1997 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 3/18/2014 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Crohn's Disease General)
Source: MedicineNet Crohn's Disease General - March 18, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: news
Diverticulitis: Mayo Clinic Radio Health Minute
In this Mayo Clinic Radio Health Minute, Dr. Mark Larson provides an overview of a condition called diverticulitis. To listen, click the link below. Diverticulitis (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - March 7, 2014 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Diverticulitis: Can certain foods trigger an attack?
Contrary to popular belief, no specific foods are known to trigger diverticulitis attacks. (Source: MayoClinic.com - Ask a Specialist)
Source: MayoClinic.com - Ask a Specialist - February 11, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Diverticulitis prevention: Avoid nuts and seeds?
Once considered off-limits, nuts and seeds can be part of a diet to reduce the risk of diverticulitis. (Source: MayoClinic.com - Ask a Specialist)
Source: MayoClinic.com - Ask a Specialist - February 11, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Outpatient vs Hospitalization Management for DiverticulitisOutpatient vs Hospitalization Management for Diverticulitis
Can uncomplicated diverticulitis be managed at home? Annals of Surgery (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - January 21, 2014 Category: Surgery Tags: General Surgery Journal Article Source Type: news
Diverticulitis Surgery Often Avoidable, New Standard Needed Diverticulitis Surgery Often Avoidable, New Standard Needed
Diverticulitis surgery is avoidable in many patients and may not improve chronic symptoms in others, according to a systematic review, which suggests that current guidelines should be updated. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Headlines - January 16, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: General Surgery News Source Type: news
Diverticular DiseaseDiverticular Disease
What does the newest research tell us about the pathophysiology of diverticular disease, and how it is best diagnosed and managed? This new article sheds some light. Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Headlines - January 6, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Gastroenterology Journal Article Source Type: news
Outpatient diverticulitis therapy cures patients, saves money
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Outpatient diverticulitis therapy cures patients, saves money (Source: MD Consult: News: Top Stories)
Source: MD Consult: News: Top Stories - December 30, 2013 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: news
Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, December 2013, highlights new research on diverticular disease
Diverticulosis, a condition that develops when pouches form in the wall of the colon, is increasing in frequency. It affects the majority of those reaching the age of 80 - a growing portion of the population - and imposes a substantial burden on health-care resources, but curiously there is a lack of data and unanswered questions around this condition.The December issue of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, the official practice journal of the American Gastroenterological Association, fills a critical research gap in diverticulosis research. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - December 24, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology Source Type: news
Diverticulitis Breakthrough Review Indicates If This Book Is Reliable...
Diverticulitis Breakthrough, written by Mark Anastasi, is the latest book that teaches people how to improve their digestive system and regain their health naturally. Sherri Davis from the site...(PRWeb December 22, 2013)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/diverticulitis/breakthrough/prweb11443603.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - December 23, 2013 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
