Because Celiac Disease (CD) can manifest in various ways, it is often difficult to diagnose. In children, this is more often than not the case, especially with very young children who lack the ability to verbalize their symptoms accurately or at all. While the typical gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms, such as bloating, diarrhea or constipation, and abdominal pain may be present, there are times when these symptoms do not exist. Instead, some children will present with slowed or stunted growth,...
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Celiac disease may raise risk of dying
People who have mild forms of celiac disease appear to have a slightly higher risk of dying than people who don't, researchers say. The Swedish study... Read more »
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