our report in MSN 132

1. Diverticulitis Presented By: Burila, John Louise Capili, Jan Bernice Engalla, Wilmar

4. Symptomatology  due to the stimulation of the diverticula during contraction of the abdominal muscle  due to inflammation/infection  due to the diet (low fiber)  due to stimulation of the cerebral cortex to increase reflux mechanism  due to constipation  due to the perforation of the diverticula  due to the development of abscess or perforation  crampy lower left quadrant abdominal pain, worsens with movement, coughing or straining  Low grade fever  chronic constipation with episode of diarrhea  nausea and vomiting  abdominal distention  occult bleeding  signs and symptoms of peritonitis Rationale Symptoms

5. Pathophysiology