Diagnostic Tests for Diverticular Disease

Diverticular Disease: Diagnostic Tests

The list of diagnostic tests mentioned in various sources as used in the diagnosis of Diverticular Disease includes:

• Medical history
• Physical exam
• Digital rectal exam
• Stool analysis
• Blood tests
• X-rays

Home Diagnostic Testing

These home medical tests may be relevant to Diverticular Disease:

• Colon & Rectal Cancer: Home Testing
  • Home Colorectal Cancer Tests
  • Home Fecal Occult Bleeding Tests
• Food Allergies & Intolerances: Home Testing:
  • Home Food Allergy Tests
  • Home Food Intolerance Testing
  • Home Water Testing
  • Home Lead Poisoning Tests
  • Home Heavy Metal Poisoning Tests
• Digestive-Related Home Testing:
  • Home Stomach Ulcer Tests
  • Home Colorectal Cancer Test Kits
  • Home Fecal Occult Bleeding Test Kits

Diverticular Disease Diagnosis: Book Excerpts

• Diagnosis - Diverticular disease
• Diagnosis - Esophageal diverticula
• Diagnosis - Diverticular disease
• Diagnosis - Esophageal diverticula

Tests and diagnosis discussion for Diverticular Disease:

To diagnose diverticular disease, the doctor asks about medical history, does a physical exam, and may perform one or more diagnostic tests. Because most people do not have symptoms, diverticulosis is often found through tests ordered for another ailment.

When taking a medical history, the doctor may ask about bowel habits, symptoms, pain, diet, and medications. The physical exam usually involves a digital rectal exam. To perform this test, the doctor inserts a gloved, lubricated finger into the rectum to detect tenderness, blockage, or blood. The doctor may check stool for signs of bleeding and test blood for signs of infection. The doctor may also order x rays or other tests. (Source: excerpt from Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis: NIDDK)

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