Coeliac Disease Flashcards
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What is Coeliac disease?
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Coeliac disease is a common digestive condition where the small intestine becomes inflamed and unable to absorb nutrients. Coeliac disease is caused by an adverse reaction to gluten.
2
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what are the symptons to coeliac disease?
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diarrhoea, which may smell particularly unpleasant abdominal pain bloating and flatulence (passing wind) indigestion constipation
3
Q
What causes coeliac disease?
A
Coeliac disease is an autoimmune condition. This is where the immune system – the body’s defence against infection – mistakenly attacks healthy tissue.
4
Q
What test are used for coeliac disease?
A
blood tests
a biopsy
5
Q
what treatment is available to coeliac disease?
A
Gluteen free diet
Supplements into the diet
