This document provides information from the Celiac Sprue Association about celiac disease. It discusses symptoms of celiac disease, common complaints, nutrient deficiencies, and autoimmune connections. It also lists prevalence statistics showing how often celiac disease occurs in certain populations like those with Type 1 diabetes or Down syndrome. Sources are provided from medical literature on the economic benefits of increased celiac disease diagnosis and surveys on the Canadian celiac population.

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Celiac Disease occurs in:
● 3.9 -12.3% of people with Type 1 Diabetes
● 5 -12% of people with Down syndrome
● 20% of people with collagenous colitis
● 4.5% of first degree relatives of people with celiac disease
● 5% of patients with autoimmune thyroid disease
Autoimmune Connection:
Individuals with the following autoimmune conditions should consider testing on a periodic
basis:
● Type 1 Diabetes
● Thyroid Conditions
Sources:
Center for Disease Control
Peter H. R. Green et al. “Economic Benefits of Increased Diagnosis of Celiac Disease in a
National Managed Care Population in the
United States.” J Insur Med 40 (2008): 218–228.
Cranney A, et al. “The Canadian Celiac Health Survey.” Dig Dis Sci. 52.4 (2007): 1087-95.
1994 European Journal of Endocrinology

2. Signs & Symptoms of Celiac Disease
Celiac disease symptoms vary so widely among patients that there is no such thing as
a "typical celiac." The amount of intestinal damage that has occurred and the length of time
nutrient absorption has been abnormal seem to be the factors that determine the type and
severity of symptoms experienced.
Some people with celiac disease report no symptoms at all, however they are still at risk for
complications.
With prevalence estimates nearing 1 in 100, celiac disease is the most common genetic
disease in the US. Review these symptoms and see a physician for further discussion and
testing.
Common Complaints Include
● Abdominal ● Irritable bowel
cramping/bloating ● Joint Pain
● Anemia ● Mouth sores or
● Constipation cracks in the
● Diarrhea (See corners
Stools below) ● Tooth enamel
● Energy loss defects
● Fatigue ● Weakness
● Infertility ● Weight loss
Common Nutrient Deficiencies in Celiacs
Minerals Vitamins
● Calciu ● Vitamin
m A, D,
● Copper E, K
● Iron ● Folic
● Magne Acid
sium ● Vitamin
● Phosph B 1,2,
orus 3, 6, 9,
● Potassi 12
um ● Vitamin
● Seleniu C
m
● Zinc
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