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 9,707 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. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Pedro Tiburcio Cortes Gonzalez
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
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.