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Mr Giovanni D. Tebala
29.07.19
Gastroenterologia
The ins and outs of diverticular disease
As you get older, small pouches called diverticula can form in the lining of the intestines. They may not cause any problems and some people might never realise they have them. However, in other people, they can cause bothersome symptoms. This is called diverticular disease. Expert Mr Giovanni Tebala explains.