Definition of diverticulitis
: inflammation of a diverticulum
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In mid-April, it was announced that he had been hospitalized for intestinal surgery needed to stem an infection related to diverticulitis, a condition where the colon develops small bulges that can sometimes become infected.
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The 65-year-old has dealt with health problems in recent years, including treatment for diverticulitis and a successful fight against kidney cancer last offseason.
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Earlier this week, the 2008 GOP presidential nominee underwent surgery for an intestinal infection related to diverticulitis, his family and Senate office said Monday.
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American leaders shared their condolences: — Alex Azar was hospitalized because of diverticulitis, an infection that strikes the walls of the colon, a Health and Human Services representative tells The Post's Amy Goldstein.
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One common misconception is that seeds, popcorn and nuts lead to diverticulitis.
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In mid-April, it was announced that he had been hospitalized for intestinal surgery needed to stem an infection related to diverticulitis, a condition where the colon develops small bulges that can sometimes become infected.
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In mid-April, it was announced that he had been hospitalized for intestinal surgery needed to stem an infection related to diverticulitis, a condition where the colon develops small bulges that can sometimes become infected.
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The speech was scheduled for April 26 but was delayed when Azar was hospitalized with diverticulitis.
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Origin and Etymology of diverticulitis
New Latin
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First Known Use: circa 1900
in the meaning defined above
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medical Definition of diverticulitis
: inflammation or infection of a diverticulum of the colon that is marked by abdominal pain or tenderness often accompanied by fever, chills, and cramping
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