Diverticular Disease may include three conditions – Diverticulosis,
Diverticulitis, and Diverticular Bleeding. Diverticulosis is the development
of small sacs, or pockets, in the wall of the colon. Diverticulitis, which
requires immediate medical attention, is inflammation and infection of
these pockets which can cramps, abdominal pain, fever, a change in bowel
habits, and can lead to serious complications. Diverticular bleeding can
occur from injury to the small blood vessels next to the pockets and requires
immediate medical attention.