Gluten intolerance or celiac disease?

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Celiac disease is an enteropathy occurring after the ingestion of gluten in a genetically predisposed individual. The condition is characterized by a deep atrophy of the villi of the small intestine which is responsible for intestinal malabsorption and thus causes deficiencies (fats, vitamins, proteins, minerals etc.) Beside the infantile form we can observe forms whose manifestations are mild in adults.

The main clinical presentations are:
abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloating, vomiting, behavioral problems, weight loss, iron deficiency anemia, bone problems,
muscular, dental or dermatological, stunted growth in children etc.

Celiac disease often leads to many other diseases, called associated diseases, such as diseases of the skin, joints and intestines or others.
organs. Untreated celiac disease can even lead to the development of cancer of the oropharynx, esophagus, small intestine or non-Hodgkin lymphomas.

Given the danger of these complications, it is very important to follow a strict gluten-free diet for life.

Warning !
The lining of the intestine is already damaged if you consume 50 mg of wheat