Coeliac disease

Question 1

coeliac disease =

Answer 1

autoimmune condition associated with chronic inflammations of small intestine unable to absorb nutrients

Question 2

coeliac disease caused by

Answer 2

~ gluten allergy (found in wheat, barley, rye)

Question 3

coeliac disease symptoms

Answer 3

~ diarrhoea
~ abdo pain
~ bloating
~ higher risk of malabsorption (calcium and Vit D)

Question 4

Coeliac disease tx

Answer 4

~ strict life-long gluten free diet
~ osteoporosis risk
~ Vitamins and minerals supplements