what is
Diverticular disease refers to small pockets or outpouchings in the lining of the large bowel that develop in many people.
It is a very common finding, and only rarely produces symptoms.
These symptoms can be bleeding, or if one of the pockets becomes infected or damaged, fever, pain, diarrhoea and other infective symptoms. Infection of a diverticulum (or pocket) is called diverticulitis.
The Colorectal Surgical Society of Australia and NZ (CSSANZ) has produced a leaflet summarising some information on Diverticular disease.
If you are worried about your symptoms you should talk to a doctor.
how to make an
appointment
You can make an appointment with any of the doctors at alfred gastroenterology by any one of the following three methods:
- Online. By clicking on this link you will be able to fill in our online appointment request form.
- Email us your referral and your contact details, and we can contact you with an appointment: info@alfredgastro.com.au
- Telephone. Call us during business hours on (+61 2) 9519 8689 to arrange an appointment.
- We will get back to you with an appointment time within 1-2 business days. If you mark your request as urgent, we will do our very best to process it urgently.
- If you have an emergency, or think you might need treatment straight away, then you should call an ambulance (000), or go straight to a hospital.