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Diverticulitis occurs when small pouches in your digestive system (diverticula) become inflamed or infected. It can cause severe abdominal pain, fever, nausea, and changes in bowel habits. In serious cases, it may lead to complications requiring hospital treatment or even surgery.
Standard travel insurance policies typically exclude pre-existing medical conditions. This means any treatment connected to your diverticulitis won't be covered abroad, leaving you vulnerable to substantial costs if you experience a flare-up during your trip.
It's So Easy's specialist travel insurance for diverticulitis is designed for people managing this condition. Our policies take into account your diagnosis, how frequently you experience episodes, any complications you've had, and your current health status to provide the protection you need when travelling with diverticulitis.
The number of people who have diverticulosis is increasing. Nearly 1 in 10 people over the age of 45 have diverticulosis, which may increase to around 8 in 10 people by the age of 85. Getting the right travel insurance with diverticulitis means ensuring your policy covers the essentials. Look for cover that includes:
You can apply for travel and holiday insurance through our online quote journey or over the phone with our friendly UK call centre. We aim to make the process as simple as possible and you can rest assured that all information remains confidential. If you need assistance obtaining a quote, we provide an online chat where one of our travel insurance agents will guide you through the process or you can call us on 01223 785 512.
We make the application straightforward, allowing you to compare policies, customise cover for your destination, and get a quote quickly, giving peace of mind before you travel.
When applying, have this information ready:
Use your actual medical records rather than memory. Accurate information protects you if you need to claim.
Yes, always declare your diverticulitis regardless of how long since your last episode. Insurers consider it a pre-existing condition from the moment of diagnosis. Not declaring it will invalidate your policy if you need to claim for any diverticulitis-related treatment abroad.
Annual policies are available if your condition is well-managed. If you have infrequent episodes and stable health, annual cover might be suitable and cost-effective. If you experience frequent flare-ups or recent complications, single-trip policies are more likely. Discuss your situation with specialist insurers.
If you're diagnosed with diverticulitis for the first time during your trip, standard travel insurance should cover the emergency treatment because it wasn't a pre-existing condition when you left. Keep all medical documentation proving this was your first diagnosis. Future trips will require you to declare it.