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What are symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome and diverticulitis?
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Different: These are different conditions. Irritable bowel is a chronic condition of abdominal bloating & cramping with alternating diarrhea & constipation controlled with diet & high fiber foods. Diverticulitis is an active infection of small pouches on the colon needing antibiotic treatment.
Answered 11/3/2013
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