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Treatment selection is based on the patient's general condition, age, medical history, comorbidities, disease extent and complications, tolerance to medical treatments, and patient preferences.
If symptoms are mild, home treatment may suffice. In this case, antibiotics are prescribed for diverticulitis. In very mild cases, antibiotics may not be necessary.
A liquid diet for several days is recommended to allow the intestines to rest and recover more easily. Once symptoms improve, a gradual reintroduction of solid foods to the diet can be advised. A high-fiber diet is important and recommended long-term.
If the patient's symptoms are severe or if comorbidities are present, inpatient treatment may be recommended. This involves intravenous nutrition and antibiotic treatment with close monitoring.
If complications such as abscess, fistula, obstruction, or perforation of the bowel wall are present, or if the patient has experienced multiple diverticulitis attacks, surgical treatment may be considered depending on the patient's condition.
How is Diverticulitis Treated?
If symptoms are mild, home treatment may suffice. In this case, antibiotics are prescribed for diverticulitis. In very mild cases, antibiotics may not be necessary.
A liquid diet for several days is recommended to allow the intestines to rest and recover more easily. Once symptoms improve, a gradual reintroduction of solid foods to the diet can be advised. A high-fiber diet is important and recommended long-term.
If the patient's symptoms are severe or if comorbidities are present, inpatient treatment may be recommended. This involves intravenous nutrition and antibiotic treatment with close monitoring.
If complications such as abscess, fistula, obstruction, or perforation of the bowel wall are present, or if the patient has experienced multiple diverticulitis attacks, surgical treatment may be considered depending on the patient's condition.