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Diverticular Disease And Diverticulitis

Diverticular disease occurs when small bulges appear in the large intestine. One of the main causes is a diet low in fibre. A good diet and lifestyle are vital to the prevention of diverticular disease.

Fibre makes your stools softer and larger, so less pressure is needed by your large intestine to push them out of your body. The pressure of moving hard, small pieces of stools through your large intestine creates weak spots in the outside layer of muscle. This allows the inner layer (mucosa) to squeeze through these weak spots, creating the diverticula.

There is currently no clinical evidence to fully prove the link between fibre and diverticula. However, diverticular disease and diverticulitis are both much more common in Western countries, where many people do not eat enough fibre.

Symptoms of diverticula include:

  • lower abdominal pain
  • feeling bloated

Diverticulitis occurs when these bulges in the intestine become infected or inflamed. Symptoms include:

  • Severe abdominal pain
  • Diarrhoea or frequent bowel movements
  • A fever

Risk factors for developing diverticular disease include:

  • Smoking
  • Being overweight or obese
  • Having a history of constipation
  • Use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) painkillers, such as ibuprofen or naproxen
  • Having a close relative with diverticular disease, especially if they developed it under the age of 50

Exactly how these lead to developing diverticular disease is unclear, however research is ongoing.

Man holding his abdomen feeling stomach pain relating to constipation

Virtual Appointment

Available through our virtual clinic.

Our virtual clinic makes it easy to connect with one of our specialist clinicians, while still ensuring personalised treatment and effective results, wherever you are.

1: Book Your Appointment

Use our online booking tool to select an appointment at a time & date that suit you.

2: Register Your Account

If it's your first time using our service, you'll need to register your account with us.

2: Appointment Confirmed

You'll receive an email with clear instructions showing you how to join your virtual appointment.

4: Chat with your clinician

Your dietitian will join virtually to discuss your diet, lifestyle & health goals.

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How We Can Help

If you suspect that you are at risk of either of the above, you should speak with your GP to receive a diagnosis as many digestive disorders have similar symptoms.

Once you have a diagnosis, booking an appointment with a Dietitian will be your next step. A Dietitian can help you to optimise your diet and lifestyle to manage your condition and prevent progression of the disease.

During your initial consultation, your Dietitian will assess your symptoms, diet and lifestyle. We will identify triggers in your diet and lifestyle and equip you with the knowledge and skills to manage your condition for good. Your Dietitian will also carry out a complete nutritional assessment, diet history, body composition analysis including weight, BMI, waist circumference, body fat percentage, lean body mass, waist to hip measurement and more.

You will receive:

  • A starter meal plan tailored to you
  • Recipe book to suit your dietary requirements
  • Tailored advice and action points

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Stefania Opinto
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I have worked with Karen for my dietetics needs and I found Karen very knowledgable , professional and empathetic . She has always been giving me great advices and tips to correct my eating habits and lots also of recipes to cook for the family. I did see the results I wanted to achieve thanks to Karen and I am looking forward to continue my work with her. Stefania
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Diverticular Disease And Diverticulitis

Service Information

How Much Does It Cost?

30-Minute Video Appointment With A Registered Dietitian: €50

30-Minute Appointment (Video or In-Person) At A Specialty Clinic: €50

Monday – Friday: 9am to 5pm

Saturday: 8am to 4pm

Sunday: Closed

*Please note, opening times can vary between clinics

We provide online consultations no matter where you are based.

We work with all major insurers – Vhi, Laya and Irish Life. We recommend you check your own policy for its terms and conditions to see what cover you have.

Our Patient Services team is available to help you Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, and Saturdays from 8:00am to 4:00pm.

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