Sprue; Nontropical sprue; Gluten intolerance; Gluten-sensitive enteropathy
Because the exact cause is unknown, there is no known way to prevent the development of celiac disease. However, being aware of the risk factors (such as having a family member with the disorder) may increase your chances of early diagnosis, treatment, and a long, healthy life.
...Y here in New York City entitled: "Sorting through Celiac Disease and Food Allergies". The... Read more »
...to gluten. This is called celiac disease, celiac sprue, or gluten enteropathy. However, much... Read more »
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A reader wants to know why celiac disease is often misdiagnosed as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and what tests can distinguish between the two. Dr.... Read summary »
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Patients with celiac disease struggle under the financial burden of staying healthy, experts say, and that's because gluten-free foods can cost three... Read summary »
The serious digestive system disorder known as celiac disease has become more common in the United States, a new Mayo Clinic study suggests. Celiac... Read summary »