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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[…]

Does celiac disease show up on genetic testing?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes As we know, celiac disease is genetic, so many doctors recommend genetic testing. Genetic testing can be used to rule out celiac disease when a patient is already on a gluten-free diet or the test[…]

Medical supervision in celiac disease

Estimated reading time: 1 minute It is absolutely essential to go to periodic reviews with specialists to check the good condition. Some symptoms, such as iron-deficiency anemia, may need treatment. In addition, even after the introduction of the diet, malignancies[…]

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[…]

12 myths about celiac disease

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Celiac disease is a digestive disorder characterized by an autoimmune response to gluten, a protein found in rye, barley, wheat, triticale, and many other cereal grains. Celiac disease, if left untreated, can cause a variety[…]

What happens when a celiac eats gluten?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes For most people, eating wheat is no big deal. But for people with celiac disease, even a small particle of gluten can cause a range of painful reactions that can persist for days afterwards. Gluten[…]

Celiac disease: allergy or intolerance?

Estimated reading time: 1 minute Strictly speaking, there is neither allergy nor intolerance. The allergy is immediate, we are in contact with the allergen and develop symptoms immediately. In fact, celiac disease is an autoimmune disease (generating an immune response[…]

Treatment for celiac disease

Estimated reading time: 1 minute A strict lifelong gluten-free diet is the only way to control celiac disease. Your doctor can refer you to a dietician, who can help you establish a healthy gluten-free diet. Once you eliminate gluten from[…]

Should you eat gluten before a blood test?

Estimated reading time: 1 minute If you are not yet on a gluten-free diet, continue to follow a normal diet, including gluten. If you have been on a gluten-free diet for a few weeks or more, you should start a[…]