Diverticulitis » Diagnosis http://www.diverticulitis.net Diverticulitis and Diverticulosis Support Site Wed, 23 Jun 2010 01:21:20 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 How is Diverticulitis diagnosed? http://www.diverticulitis.net/the-basics/how-is-diverticulitis-diagnoses/ http://www.diverticulitis.net/the-basics/how-is-diverticulitis-diagnoses/#comments Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:04:21 +0000 admin http://diverticulitis.net/?p=44 To diagnose diverticular disease, the doctor asks about medical history, does a physical exam, and may perform one or more diagnostic tests. Because most people do not have symptoms, diverticulosis is often found through tests ordered for another ailment.

The doctor will ask about medical history.

When taking a medical history, the doctor may ask about bowel habits, symptoms, pain, diet, and medications. The physical exam usually involves a digital rectal exam. To perform this test, the doctor inserts a gloved, lubricated finger into the rectum to detect tenderness, blockage, or blood. The doctor may check stool for signs of bleeding and test blood for signs of infection. The doctor may also order x rays or other tests.

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