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What could cause damage and destruction of the villi of the small intestine other than celiac disease?
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∙ 12y ago
I am not sure but I too would like to know. If and when you do find out could you post it? I have been diagnosed Celiac and have been on the diet for a while now and still don't feel better at all. I almost feel worse. Anyways let me know if you find the answer somewhere else.
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Cassie
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What is damaged is celiac disease?
If you have celiac disease then it will damage your small intestine.
When you have celiacs disease can the damaged part of the intestine be removed?
If you have damage in your intestine and you have Celiac Disease you do not have to remove that intestine. The intestine will undamage it when you started the Wheat free diet.
What kind of diagnosis is used to check for celiac disease?
First you need to do a blood test to see if you have it or not then you go to a gestoralogist doctor and then you do a biopsy to see if there is any damage in the small intestine
Can you have celiac disease and not be allergic to gluten?
My friend is gluten free and she says, ''Well it doesn't make you ill it just gives you a painful stomach ache.''it can have effects on you later on in life as the smallest amount of gluten can damage the small intestine
What is the best way to get a celiac disease test?
Yes. Children can get Celiac Disease at any age. A child can have Celiakc Disease when there born. Adults and Children and teenagers can get it. Even grandparents. At any age you can get Celiac Disease.
What is the medical term meaning inherited autoimmune disorder characterized by gluten intolerance?
The medical term is "celiac disease." It is an inherited autoimmune disorder where the immune system reacts to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, causing damage to the lining of the small intestine. This can lead to digestive issues and malabsorption of nutrients.
An Introduction to Celiac Disease?
Celiac disease was once thought to be rare, but increased knowledge of the disease has led to a surge of new diagnoses in the last ten years. The disease effects nearly 3 million people in the United States and can be fatal if left untreated.What is Celiac Disease?Celiac disease is a condition that effects the digestive system. It is triggered by the consumption of gluten, which is a component of wheat, rye and barley. The disease causes the body to attack the intestinal lining, which is essential to the absorption of nutrients.What are the Symptoms of Celiac Disease?The symptoms of celiac disease may vary from patient to patient and some only complain of vague discomfort. Common symptoms may include abdominal pain, bloating and diarrhea. These symptoms are similar to those experienced by patients diagnosed with a host of other diseases, including stomach ulcers, infections, anemia, Crohn's disease and irritable bowel syndrome.Some patients may experience a skin rash, upset stomach, depression, anxiety, joint pain or oral sores. Other symptoms may include osteoporosis, tingling in the limbs, gray-colored stools, fatigue, stomach cramps or weight loss.What Causes the Disease?Doctors still are not sure what causes celiac disease, but they believe that it may be genetic. People with a close blood relative that have been diagnosed are more likely to develop the disease themselves. Other risk factors include having Down syndrome or colitis. People that have type 1 diabetes or a thyroid disease are also at a greater risk for developing celiac disease.How is Celiac Disease Diagnosed?Diagnosing celiac disease can be difficult, as symptoms often mimic those of other disorders. Higher levels of certain antibodies can be detected through a blood test. These extra antibodies may be produced by the body in an effort to destroy gluten. Damage caused by celiac disease can be seen when doctors take a sample of the small intestine. Some doctors use camera pills to view the small intestine. This endoscopic procedure allows the doctor to examine the patient's intestinal tract by collecting hundreds or thousands of images.
What is the life expectancy of someone with celiac disease?
If the disease is identified early and the dietary regimen is strictly followed, the life expectancy of a celiac sufferer is normal. For those identified late in life, damage to the intestine often leads to cancer or a variety of other serious systemic disorders and long-lasting infections which can seriously affect how long you will live - it is not uncommon for people identified in their 30s to die in the 50s or even 40s if they are otherwise careful about their health, though sometimes they can live to what is considered normal old age. If unidentified, sufferers will frequently suffer a large number of serious symptoms as they grow older, and the usual endpoint is intestinal cancer and bleeding, either of which can cause complications leading to an early death.
What will help relieve celiac symptoms?
Coeliac (or celiac) disease is an autoimmune disorder of the small intestine. Symptoms commonly include chronic diarrhoea and fatigue. If you think you have it you should go and see a qualified medical practitioner (a doctor) for a diagnosis and advice about treating and living with the condition. The disease is caused by a reaction to gluten, a protein found in wheat and similar proteins found other common grains such as barley and rye. If you have the disease, no medication exists that will prevent damage or prevent the body from attacking the gut when gluten is present, the treatment (which is effective) is a strict adherence to a life-long, gluten-free diet.
Can you die if you are intolerant and you eat gluten?
If you are intolerant to gluten (have Celiac Disease) and continually eat gluten, your body will not get the nutrients it needs to function. Gluten can damage your small intestine and block the proper nutrients from being absorbed into your body causing you to be malnourished. You can definitely increase the chance of shortened life span but, of course it depends upon the severity of your condition.
What effects on the person does celiac disease cause?
Yes because you have to go onto a gluten free diet. I have celiac disease and it is hard to find foods that do not have gluten in them, and when ever I go to restaurant, I have to make sure everything I order is gluten free. it is very hard to deal with.
What's Celiac disease?
Celiac disease is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the small intestine in genetically susceptible individuals. It is triggered by ingesting certain proteins, commonly referred to as "gluten" which is naturally present in some cereal grains - specifically wheat, barley, rye, kamut, spelt, and triticale. A part of the protein gluten in these specific grains combines with an immune system molecule (normally DQ2 or DQ8, thought the process is not 100% understood), producing an immune reaction that attacks the intestine itself, and can lead to an extremely large variety of symptoms, including pain, diarrhea, fatigue, and poor absorption of nutrients. Over time, damage to the intestine can lead to severe infections, osteoporosis, internal bleeding, and cancer of the intestine. Sufferers of Celical (or Coeliac) disease have to be extremely careful what they eat, as the majority of prepared and restaurant food contains or is contaminated with the specific glutens that cause the reaction. A miniscule, invisible amount of wheat flour can trigger the process. The types of food and levels of contamination are widely understood, and many sufferers simply avoid all food prepared by others permanently. Approximately 1.3% of the population suffers from Celiac disease, up to 5% may be intolerant to gluten in a less serious way.
