BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Cases diverticulitis are on the rise among younger populations, but what is it exactly?
In short, diverticulitis is a condition where little pockets come off of the colon and become infected. It can sometimes cause serious health problems and is commonly associated within elderly populations, according to colorectal surgeon Dr. Alexandra Elias.
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Dr. Elias joined 17 News at Noon to share some insight into how you can identify if you fall victim to the condition.
The first signs of the infection include an extreme pain in the lower left side of the abdomen that doesn’t go away, Dr. Elias said during her interview. When this happens, it is recommended patients get a CT scan immediately.
The infection can surface for people as early as their twenty’s.
Watch the full interview for more details.
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