Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
The formation of a diverticulosis will occur in case of the formation of small protrusions (diverticula) on the wall of the colon. Such pouches are not inflamed nor are they infected and are in the unknown to many people. It cannot be compared to diverticulitis that should deal with infection and pain.
He looks at your symptoms, nutrition, family and lifestyle history and provides a light examination of the abdomen to ensure that you do not show any tenderness and bloating.
The existence of anemia or inflammation is verified through the utilization of simple blood tests, whereas the existence of the infection or latent blood is denied through the utilization of stool tests.
Enema of barium (ordering), or special contrast studies can be ordered, infrequently, to elucidate complicated anatomy, or rule out other diseases.
Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Diverticulosis refers to small, non-inflamed pouches (diverticula) that form in the wall of the colon. These pouches are not infected but can cause complications if they become inflamed, leading to diverticulitis.
Risk factors include a low-fiber diet, aging, family history of colon disorders, being overweight, and physical inactivity — all of which can increase pressure within the colon.
Most individuals with diverticulosis experience no symptoms. The condition is often discovered incidentally during imaging studies such as a CT scan or colonoscopy.
Yes. If one or more pouches become inflamed or infected, the condition can progress to diverticulitis, which may cause pain, fever, and other complications.
The ICD-10 code for diverticulosis without bleeding or infection is K57.30.
Consuming 20–35 grams of fiber daily, staying hydrated, and including plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains in your diet help promote colon health and prevent complications.
Yes. Fiber supplements, probiotics to support gut health, and acetaminophen for pain relief may be used. NSAIDs should be avoided unless prescribed by a physician.
Surgery is rare and is only considered in severe cases involving complications such as uncontrolled bleeding, bowel obstruction, or recurrent infections.
There is a hereditary component, but the condition can often be prevented or managed with healthy lifestyle choices such as a high-fiber diet and regular exercise.
