Coeliac disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is coeliac disease?
A
Autoimmune condition associated with chronic inflammation of small intestine.
Unable to absorb nutrient
2
Q
Symptoms
A
Diarrhoea
Abdominal pain
Bloating
Deficiency in calcium + vit D
- Higher risk of malabsorption of these nutrients.
2
Q
Which foods should people with coeliac disease avoid?
A
Gluten
Wheat
Barley
Rye
3
Q
Treatment
A
Lifelong gluten free diet
Assess for osteoporosis risk
- Treat bone disease
Vitamin and mineral supplements
