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Coeliac disease is an inability of the body to process gluten which is found in all flour and wheat based products. Over time Coeliac disease will affect the intestines and colon of a person and make their body unable to absorb the nutrients from foods being digested. Over time this disease can cause damage to other organs as they body's supply of iron and other nutrients runs down.

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Is coeliac disease fatal?

Not unless its been left untreated for a very long time. I think there is a slight increase risk of bowl cancer with coeliac disease but nothing to be alarmed by. It can be controlled by a gluten free diet.


How do the villi of the person with coeliac differ from those of a healthy person?

In a person with coeliac disease, the villi in the small intestine are flattened and damaged due to an immune response triggered by gluten consumption. This results in decreased surface area for nutrient absorption. In contrast, a healthy person's villi are long and finger-like, which facilitates nutrient absorption in the small intestine.


Are there different forms of kawasaki disease?

There is only one form of Kawasaki disease, which is an acute febrile illness that mainly affects children under the age of five. However, the severity of symptoms and complications can vary among individuals. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial in preventing long-term complications.


What is A herterozygous individual who has one allele for a disease but is not affected by it?

A heterozygous individual who has one allele for a disease but is not affected by it is considered a carrier. Carriers can pass the disease allele to their offspring but do not exhibit the symptoms themselves. This is common in genetic disorders that follow a recessive inheritance pattern.


What are the common diseases of organ system?

Some common diseases of organ systems include cardiovascular diseases (heart disease, hypertension), respiratory diseases (asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), gastrointestinal diseases (irritable bowel syndrome, gastroesophageal reflux disease), and neurological diseases (Alzheimer's disease, stroke). Each organ system can be affected by a wide range of conditions that may impact its function and overall health.

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What is coeliac disease about?

Coeliac disease that is not contagious but people who have it cannot consume gluten which is barley, rye and wheat.


What organs are affected by Parkinson's disease?

mitochondria


Which organ of the body is affected by bright's disease?

The organs of the body which are affected by bright's disease are the kidneys.


Can you have barley with coeliac?

I have coeliac's disease and you CAN NOT have barley it will make you very ill... i have had coeliac's for about 3 years any question's ask me. dont have barley!!!


How does coeliac disease affect your body?

poo is why


Are vertigo and coeliacs disease related?

Not as far as i know and i have coeliac disease.


What organs are affected by sarcoidosis disease?

Organs that are affected by sarcoidosis disease include lungs, skin, eyes, musculoskeletal, nervous system, heart, reproductive system and other organs. This disease can affect any organ and this usually happens to more than one organ at a time.


Should you capitalize Coeliac Disease?

Yes, "Coeliac Disease" should be capitalized as it is a proper noun referring to a specific medical condition that affects the digestive system.


What sysetms organs or parts of the body affected by alzhiemers disease?

the brain.


Can people with coeliac disease eat musk sticks?

Probably. If they are not made with wheat, they probably have no gluten, and can be eaten by those who suffer from coeliac.


Is low amounts of Carbohydrates a treatment for Coeliac?

Only low amounts or no amounts of Oats, Wheat, Barley, Rye will stop coeliac disease (that are mainly carbohydrates)


What are the release dates for The Food Hospital - 2011 Coeliac Disease High Cholesterol 2-4?

The Food Hospital - 2011 Coeliac Disease High Cholesterol 2-4 was released on: USA: 10 October 2012