Celiac disease

Celiac disease (syn.: gluten deficiency, gluten-sensitive celiac disease, gluten enteropathy) is an autoimmune disease of the small intestine caused by gluten intolerance.

Gluten is a protein found in cereals - wheat, rye, barley. In people with celiac disease, eating gluten causes inflammation and damage to the villi of the small intestine, which interferes with the absorption of nutrients.

Symptoms of celiac disease: chronic diarrhea, flatulence, abdominal pain, weight loss, anemia. Diagnosis is based on a blood test for antibodies to gliadin and tissue transglutaminase, as well as a biopsy of the small intestine.

Treatment consists of completely eliminating gluten-containing foods from the diet for life. This leads to the disappearance of symptoms and restoration of the intestinal mucosa. Failure to adhere to the diet is fraught with complications: osteoporosis, infertility, lymphoma.

Therefore, timely diagnosis and treatment of celiac disease is extremely important to prevent complications and maintain the patient’s health.

Celiac disease (synonyms: gluten deficiency, gluten-sensitive celiac disease, celiac enteropathy) is a chronic autoimmune disease that is caused by intolerance to gluten, a protein found in grains such as wheat, rye and barley. Celiac disease is often called a "disease without symptoms" because many people with the disease show no obvious signs of the disease.

However, when people with celiac disease eat foods containing gluten, their immune system attacks the tissues of the small intestine, which can cause damage to the intestinal villi and poor absorption of nutrients. It can cause a wide range of symptoms, including diarrhea, constipation, bloating, anemia, fatigue, weight loss and developmental delays in children.

Various methods are used to diagnose celiac disease, including a blood test to test for antibodies to gluten and a small intestinal biopsy. Treatment for celiac disease involves complete and permanent elimination of gluten from the diet. That being said, most people with celiac disease will notice significant improvements in their health after just a few weeks on a gluten-free diet.

Celiac disease is a fairly common problem that can affect people's quality of life and health. Therefore, if you suspect celiac disease, it is important to consult a doctor and get the necessary diagnosis and treatment.