Who Can Diagnose Diverticulitis?
Diagnosis of Diverticular Disease Doctors May Also Diagnose Diverticulosis If They Notice Pouches in the Colon Wall While Performing Tests, Such as Routine...
- Doctors may also diagnose diverticulosis if they notice pouches in the colon wall while performing tests, such as routine x-rays or colonoscopy, for other reasons.
- Your doctor will perform a physical exam, which may include a digital rectal exam.
How do doctors test for diverticulitis?
A stool test, to rule out infection in people who have diarrhea. A CT scan, which can identify inflamed or infected pouches and confirm a diagnosis of diverticulitis. CT can also indicate the severity of diverticulitis and guide treatment.
Can a GP diagnose diverticulitis?
If you have had a previous history of diverticular disease, your GP will usually be able to diagnose diverticulitis from your symptoms and a physical examination. A blood test may be taken, because a high number of white blood cells indicates infection.
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