A small pouch in the colon wall
A diverticulum bulges outward through a weaker area of the colon wall.
Colonic diverticula and diverticular disease in Guadalajara and Zapopan
Treatment to relieve symptoms and manage diverticular disease.
If diverticula were found or you have had diverticulitis, Dr. Eduardo Navarro reviews symptoms and tests to recommend monitoring or treatment.
Dr. Eduardo Navarro LaraColorectal surgeon · Colon and rectal diseases
Specialist technology and team
Minimally invasive surgery to treat colonic diverticula
Colonic diverticula can now be treated safely using minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic surgery. We have the most advanced robotic system, a medical team and appropriately equipped hospitals.
When to seek immediate care
Seek prompt care for severe abdominal pain or pain with fever, vomiting, distension or bleeding
These symptoms need immediate assessment. Do not wait for WhatsApp when symptoms are severe or rapidly worsening.
Three terms to distinguish
Diverticula, diverticulosis and diverticulitis differ
Understanding these terms helps interpret reports and what the doctor needs to review before treatment.
The presence of one or more diverticula
Diverticula do not always cause symptoms or mean active inflammation.
Inflammation of one or more diverticula
An inflamed diverticulum may produce symptoms requiring assessment to confirm the cause.
Symptoms and assessment
Abdominal pain and bowel changes have several possible causes
Lower abdominal pain, bowel changes, nausea or fever can occur in diverticulitis and other digestive or colon conditions. One symptom cannot confirm diagnosis.
Request assessment for persistent discomfort, a previous episode, a report mentioning diverticula or follow-up questions. Seek immediate care for severe symptoms or warning signs.
Specialist assessment
Consultation connects symptoms, tests and clinical decisions
Dr. Eduardo Navarro reviews available information to clarify confirmed findings, missing details and worthwhile alternatives.
Request an assessment- 01
Review symptoms and previous episodes
Consultation starts with your symptoms, onset, previous episodes and available tests or reports.
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Define what information is needed
The doctor considers whether imaging, further assessment or colonoscopy adds useful information at this stage.
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Organize the next step
With diagnosis and progression clear, appropriate care and warning signs are discussed.
Case-specific treatment
Diverticular disease has more than one treatment approach
The appropriate option depends on inflammation, severity, findings and progression. Episode count alone does not determine surgery.
Understand the finding and its context
The finding is considered alongside history, symptoms and individual follow-up needs.
Choose treatment according to severity
Care changes with symptoms, existing tests, progression and complications.
Consider hospital care or surgery
Some situations need broader treatment. Decisions use full clinical information rather than episode count alone.
Specialist care
Assessment by a colon, rectal and anal specialist
Dr. Eduardo Navarro Lara is a colorectal surgeon treating colon and rectal conditions, including diverticular disease.
Consultation reviews symptoms, previous episodes and tests before defining the next step.
Explore Dr. Eduardo Navarro's trainingCare for patients throughout Guadalajara, Zapopan and the metropolitan area
Request assessment at one of two Zapopan locations
Our support team helps check times and choose a location. Test and treatment availability is confirmed individually.
Unidad Médica Shakespeare
Office in Zapopan, Jalisco.
Torre de Consultorios Ángeles Andares
Office in Zapopan, Jalisco.
Frequently asked questions
What to know about diverticula and diverticulitis
How do diverticula differ from diverticulitis?
Diverticula are small pouches in the colon wall. Diverticulitis means inflammation of one or more pouches. Their presence alone does not confirm active inflammation.
Do diverticula always hurt?
No. Many people have no symptoms. Abdominal pain has different causes; seek assessment if persistent, severe or accompanied by other symptoms.
When do I need immediate medical attention?
Seek immediate care for severe abdominal pain, fever or chills, persistent vomiting, marked distension, rectal bleeding or rapid worsening. Do not wait for an administrative WhatsApp reply.
Does every case need antibiotics or surgery?
No. Treatment depends on inflammation, severity, tests and progression. Assessment identifies the appropriate option.
Do I need colonoscopy after diverticulitis?
Need and timing depend on episode severity, previous tests and recovery. The doctor explains whether it adds useful information.
What foods or medicines should I take?
Do not adopt diets, antibiotics, painkillers or medication changes from a general guide. Recommendations depend on diagnosis and disease stage.
Can laparoscopic or robotic surgery treat diverticular disease?
Dr. Eduardo Navarro offers both when surgery is indicated. Severity, inflammation, findings and individual assessment determine suitability.
Take the next step
Request a diverticular disease assessment
Living in Guadalajara, Zapopan or the metropolitan area? Book with Dr. Eduardo Navarro at either Zapopan location to review symptoms, tests or previous episodes.