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Diverticulosis history and symptoms
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Symptoms of diverticulosis may include chronic bloating and discomfort in the lower left abdomen, with occasional acute episodes of sharper pain. The discomfort is sometimes described as a general feeling of pressure in the region, or pulling sensation.
Symptoms
Symptoms
- Common symptoms of diverticulosis include the following:[1]
- Bloating
- Abdominal pain/cramping following meals, usually in the left lower abdominal quadrant
- Changes in bowel movements (diarrhea or constipation)
- Occasionally, symptoms include non-specific chronic discomfort in the lower left abdomen, with occasional acute episodes of sharper pain. The discomfort is sometimes described as a general feeling of pressure in the region, or pulling sensation.
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