In order to deal properly with diverticular disease we need to understand and — if possible — remove the underlying causes and risk factors. We need to ask: "What else is going on inside the body that might allow diverticular disease to develop?"
Accurate diagnosis of the factors behind diverticular disease consists of three steps:
Cause | Probability | Status |
---|---|---|
Constipation | 95% | Confirm |
Inadequate Fiber Intake | 21% | Unlikely |
Mercury Toxicity | 5% | Ruled out |
Have you been diagnosed with Diverticular Disease?
Possible responses:
→ Don't know→ No, it has been ruled out within the past 2 years → It is suspected → Confirmed 1 or 2 pockets → Confirmed 3 or more pockets |