amount of fiber consumption, straining of bowel movements, and constipation that occurs over a long period of time (Peaston). The straining of bowel movements can cause small pouches or sacs called diverticula to form, which is called colonic diverticulosis. A person is not diagnosed with diverticular disease when diverticula forms in their colon, but when the diverticula causes lower abdominal pain (Peaston). 10 to 25 percent of Americans who are diagnosed with diverticular disease developed diverticulitis
Diverticulosis is a very common digestive disease. It occurs when pouches or small sacs begin to form in the wall of the colon but without causing any complications or problems. “It is estimated that approximately twenty percent of all patients that develop diverticula, will have either inflammatory or bleeding episodes (Floch, 2004).” Diverticulitis on the other hand is when bacteria start to actually grow in one or a few of those small pouches called “Diverticula”, causing it to get inflammed and
The large intestine is normally smooth, but in the case of diverticulosis, small sac-like structures that stick out along the intestinal
weakened by waste, gas or liquid and usually appear in the sigmoid colon, which is an area of high-pressure. The three conditions that lead to the onset of the disease are diverticulosis, diverticulitis, and diverticular bleeding (West). Diverticulosis indicates the presence of diverticula that are not inflamed. Diverticulosis by itself can go unnoticed due to lack of symptoms and can be caused by something as simple as straining the bowel during constipation. Diverticulitis is defined as having
The digestive system is a group of organs that perform the process of digestion, which is food, containing nutrients, is eaten and broken down into different components. This whole system is designed uniquely to perform to turn food into energy you need to survive. The digestive system starts with the mouth and ends with the anus. The mouth being the very beginning of the digestive tract is literally when the first bite of food is taken. Chewing up food breaks the food into little pieces, while
antibiotics. Diverticulosis is a disease from the diverticulum. This is when the colon wall is been outpunched through the mucosa. These are small mucosal herniation bulging via smooth muscle and layers of the intestine along vasa recta formed opening in colon’s wall. Diverticulitis causes is still unknown but develop after a micro or macro perforation of diverticulum. Peritonitis is an end result from an intestinal rupture in the case of a large perforation. Clinically, diverticulosis could be asymptomatic
Malabar spinach is one of the most popular indigenous leafy vegetables in the Philippines or we called this as an “Alugbati”. This plant is rich in saponin, iron and Vitamins A, B and C and is a rich source of soluble fiber, which helps digestion. Saponins act as phytochemicals, which can fight off cancer. The red variety of Malabar spinach is a good source of xanthones, an antioxidant. Malabar spinach Shampoo related alternative medicine supplements and vitamins. Also explore information on treatment
She has had a hysterectomy with one ovary removed. She is not sure which ovary she still has remaining. She has also had a laparoscopic cholecystectomy in the past, as well. No history of kidney stones to her knowledge. She does have known diverticulosis based on her 2011 colonoscopy. She does not recall having pain like this in the past before. She has been using Advil, which she says does help some, but she thinks she is taking too much of it. She is using two or three tablets every three
Yvans Bobo March 26, 2014 BSC2086: Human Anatomy II Assignment: Digestive System 1) Richard is told by his family doctor that he is bleeding from either the colon or the rectum, and he should see a specialist as soon as possible. Which specialist should he go see? •The specialist Richard should go visit to have an evaluation due to the predicaments he encounters with his colon & rectum is a proctologist generally diagnosing such areas also identifying symptoms occurring in the following organs:
MSM is a dietary supplement that has become known as the "miracle supplement" because it has garnered a reputation for treating several illnesses and diseases. Presently, MSM is gaining popularity with people who are looking for the perfect supplement that has a wide variety of health benefits. It has been found, with very limited scientific research, that MSM serves as an important source of readily available dietary sulfur, which is known to be critical in maintaining the integrity and elasticity
Case Study Module 6 Patient-Centered Assessments Southern New Hampshire University NUR-320 Sarah Davison March 17, 2015 Scenario: An emergency department nurse is caring for a 44-year-old woman with LLQ abdominal pain and is brought to the emergency department by her husband. Explain what type of assessment is most critical for this patient, providing a rationale for your response. Discuss the questions the nurse would ask, prioritizing these
A. Purpose of treatment: Fiber supplements benefit the body through maintaining regularity in the digestive system. Fiber supplements assist the body in compensating for fiber deficiencies when there remains an inadequate amount of fiber in the digestive system. In addition, fiber supplements help to relieve constipation. Fiber can become an aid in weight reduction as well. In all fiber supplements assist in the maintenance of good health and nutrition. B. Rationale of fiber supplements:
Saunders Medical Center OR: Preceptor Day Six This is my sixth clinical shift with my preceptor at Saunders Medical Center in Wahoo, NE, and it was on May 11, 2018 (Friday). Today, I had the chance to work in the OR, following nurse Mikayla. My duties for the day were to practice my IV skills on all surgical patients (15 of them) and check them all into their preoperative rooms. The patient census that I cared for includes: W. K. a 67-year-old male scheduled for a colonoscopy; A. J. a 77-year-old
In this task I had to record what I ate and the amounts of each serving over three consecutive days during the week. This tasks aim was to get us to be aware of what we are eating and what we should change in our diet to be as healthy as we possibly can be. Having a healthy weight can reduce risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity. 21-25% of Australia’s adolescents are overweight or obese and 2-5% are underweight. (2007 ANCN Survey) This report is to support
This is why college teachers need to do more than just going to the classroom and deliver lectures. As a teacher, I think of myself as a “tour bus driver with passengers who keep their window curtain closed.” It is my job to describe the intricate details of the entire scenery with love and patience to bring it alive to my passengers. Teachers need to handle teaching responsibilities as a first priority task. My advice to teachers is not to let administrative difficulties distract them and cause