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Celiac Disease - Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Gluten is a type of protein which does not get broken down by digestive enzymes very easily. People who have celiac disease have an intolerance to gluten. If this disease is not treated in time, damage can occur in the small intestine. Read on to learn more about celiac disease, its symptoms, causes, and treatment
Celiac Disease - Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
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- 2. Introduction Gluten is atype of protein which does not get broken down by digestive enzymes very easily. People who have celiac disease have an intolerance to gluten. If this disease is not treated in time, damage can occur in the small intestine. Read on to learn more about celiac disease, its symptoms, causes, and treatment:
- 3. Celiac disease isan autoimmune disorder, so its symptoms can often mimic other medical conditions. The most commonly observed signs are abdominal pain, bloating, feeling of fullness, constipation, flatulence, heartburn and mouth ulcers. Some people may have diarrhoea, joint pain, rashes, severe headaches and nausea. It is recommended to get a serology test at one of the best pathology labs in Kota, Jaipur, etc., to analyse the immune reaction to gluten. Symptoms
- 4. The root causeof celiac disease is still unknown. However, it has been observed that it runs in some families due to certain genetic mutations. Due to this reason, genetic testing at a trusted diagnostic centre in Kota, Delhi or any city is recommended. People suffering from health conditions such as Addison’s disease, Down syndrome, and type 1 diabetes are also susceptible to celiac disease. Causes
- 5. The root causeof celiac disease is still unknown. However, it has been observed that it runs in some families due to certain genetic mutations. Due to this reason, genetic testing at a trusted diagnostic centre in Kota, Delhi or any city is recommended. People suffering from health conditions such as Addison’s disease, Down syndrome, and type 1 diabetes are also susceptible to celiac disease. Treatment
- 6. Conclusion Celiac disease canbe managed with a healthy diet that eliminates all gluten food items. This will ensure that the intestines are not damaged and that the digestive tract can function properly.
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