Infection or inflammation of bulges that form in weakened areas of the intestinal wall is known as ____.

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Infection or inflammation of bulges that form in weakened areas of the intestinal wall is known as diverticulitis. Diverticulosis refers to the condition where these bulges, called diverticula, are present in the intestine but not inflamed or infected. Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas and hepatitis is inflammation of the liver.

Infection or Inflammation of Bulges That Form in Weakened Areas