A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Definition of diverticular disease
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Diverticular disease is characterized by small, balloon-like sacs (diverticula) protruding through the layers of particular structures in the gastrointestinal tract (digestive tract).
A single sac is called a diverticulum. Two or more sacs are called diverticula.
By far, the most common site for diverticula to develop is in the large intestine (colon). Diverticula of the colon occur when the inner layers of the bowel protrude through the outer muscular layers.
Diverticula may also develop in the esophagus (see Esophageal Pouches (Diverticula)) and rarely in the stomach. Meckel diverticulum is a common diverticular disease of the small intestine. It is present at birth in about 2 to 3% of people.
The presence of one or more diverticula in the colon is called diverticulosis. Diverticulosis is a condition that tends to develop during middle age.
If diverticula become inflamed, infected, or both, the condition is called diverticulitis.
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