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How is suspicion of diverticulitis confirmed?

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Dr. Slade Suchecki answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

CT: Labs such as sed and a CBC are helpful, however a spiral ct is great for quickly identifying issues.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Examination: And history, elevated wbc, fever, pain usually in the lower abdomen toward the left and a confirmatory ct scan of abdomen and pelvis.

Answered 8/4/2013

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