Celiac Disease

Question 1

What are two main characteristics of celiac disease diagnosis?

Answer 1

*abnormal mucous in the intestines
*permanent intolerance to gluten/related proteins

Question 2

Celiac disease is the second most common malabsorption disorder in children. True or False?

Answer 2

True.

First most common malabsorption disorder in children is CF.

Question 3

At what age(s) are you most likely to see the onset of celiac disease?

Answer 3

Celiac disease is typically seen between the ages of 1 and 5 or 2-4 months after the introduction of solid foods (seen young most likely!)

Question 4

s/s of celiac disease…

Answer 4

-villous (covered with villi) atrophy in the small bowel in response to gluten, resulting in decreased surface area for absorption
-failure to thrive
-chronic diarrhea !!
-abdominal distension
-muscle wasting
-anorexia

Question 5

Common dietary changes for kids with celiac disease?

Answer 5

gluten-free diet, child may become intolerant to lactose as well, vitamin supplements such as folic acid and iron (also a general multivitamin supplement)