Acute vs. Chronic Diverticulitis: Key Differences

Texas Colon and Pilonidal Clinic is led by Dr. Nsikak Umoh, a specialist who can treat problems such as diverticulitis in The Woodlands and Cypress, TX. This common digestive problem impacts many individuals daily and can be very painful. However, this disease has acute and chronic variations that can heavily influence your health and must be understood in depth. Here's the information that you need to better understand your therapeutic needs.

Symptoms are Pretty Similar

Acute and chronic variations of this condition are similar in their symptoms. It includes irregular bulging pouches throughout the large intestine. When this happens, and they get inflamed, treatment is needed to manage various symptoms. Antibiotics can help a lot with this process and reduce the severity of problems as diverse as the following:

• Extreme nausea that occurs after eating (caused by the pouches pushing against food)
• Heavy fevers may come and go depending on the severity of the inflammation problem
• Tender abdomen, particularly when touched or after eating a large amount of food in one sitting
• Stool changes, including diarrhea or constipation, come and go without any actual warning

Acute and Chronic: What These Terms Mean

To treat acute and chronic diverticulitis in The Woodlands and Cypress, TX, you will need help to recover. But how exactly do these types differ?  Let's break down these differences to ensure that you know what to expect when working with us:

• Acute
  These cases typically occur without warning and come with apparent, specific symptoms, such as pain, that waxes and wanes. Thankfully, they're usually temporary and can be easily treated before they become a long-term and more chronic problem with your health.
• Chronic
  Chronic conditions are usually permanent or long-term issues that occur gradually. Sometimes, they have ambiguous diagnoses and symptoms that require more specialized treatment. With our help, you can complete life changes that make the most sense.

Thankfully, we deeply understand these conditions and can help you through your recovery. Beyond our actual hands-on treatment, we can provide emotional support by talking with you. This can help you bounce back and feel healthier.

Our Team is More Than Ready to Help

Texas Colon and Pilonidal Clinic with Dr. Umoh can help treat diverticulitis in The Woodlands and Cypress, TX, region to ensure you don't need to suffer. Call us at (832) 663-0037 for an appointment at either of our clinics. Overcoming this condition requires consistent treatment from experts who fully understand what it means for your digestive health.