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What are autoimmune diseases?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes The body’s immune system protects you from diseases and infections. But if you have an autoimmune disease, your immune system accidentally attacks healthy cells in the body. Autoimmune diseases can affect many parts of the[…]
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How does COVID-19 affect people with celiac disease?

Estimated reading time: 1 minute Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that can cause disease in animals or humans. In humans, several coronaviruses are known to cause respiratory infections, from the common cold to more severe diseases, such as[…]
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Symptoms of celiac disease

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes The signs and symptoms of celiac disease can vary greatly and are different in children and adults. The most common signs for adults are diarrhea, fatigue, and weight loss. Adults may also have bloating and[…]
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Causes of celiac disease

Estimated reading time: 1 minute Research suggests that celiac disease only occurs in people who have specific genes. These genes are common and are carried by about a third of the population. People also have to eat foods containing gluten[…]
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20 facts about celiac disease

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes Celiac disease is a long-term digestive and immune disorder that affects the small intestine. Eating gluten-containing foods causes the disease. Gluten is a protein that can be found in wheat, barley, and rye. Here are[…]
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What is celiac disease?

Estimated reading time: 1 minute Celiac disease is a serious autoimmune disorder that can occur in genetically predisposed individuals, where gluten consumption leads to damage of the small intestine. It is estimated that 1 in 100 people worldwide are affected[…]
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