Coeliac disease

• What is coeliac disease?

  It causes gluten sensitivity.
• What triggers an immune response in coeliac disease?

  Gluten found in wheat, barley, and rye
• What happens to the villi in the small intestine over time due to coeliac disease?

  They become damaged and cannot absorb nutrients
• Is there a cure for coeliac disease?

  No, there is no cure
• How can symptoms of coeliac disease be managed?

  By following a gluten-free diet
• What effect does a gluten-free diet have on the intestinal tract?

  It allows the intestinal tract to heal
• What increases the risk of developing coeliac disease?

  Having a digestive system infection in childhood
• What are common symptoms of coeliac disease?

  Abdominal discomfort and pain
• What is a symptom of coeliac disease related to digestion?

  Diarrhoea
• What can result from coeliac disease if left untreated?

  Malnutrition
• What test is used to diagnose coeliac disease?

  Blood test for antibodies
• What procedure is used to examine the small intestine for coeliac disease?

  Endoscopy
• What is the purpose of a biopsy in diagnosing coeliac disease?

  To examine the small intestine tissue
• What medications can help manage symptoms of coeliac disease?

  Medications to reduce stomach cramps
• What vitamins are recommended for individuals with coeliac disease?

  Vitamins A and D
• What are the main effects of coeliac disease on the body?

  • Gluten sensitivity
  • Immune response causing inflammation
  • Damage to intestinal villi
  • Malabsorption of nutrients
• What are the symptoms of coeliac disease?

  • Abdominal discomfort and pain
  • Bloating and stomach cramps
  • Diarrhoea
  • Weight loss
  • Malnutrition
• What are the steps involved in diagnosing coeliac disease?

  1. Blood test for antibodies
  2. Endoscopy for tissue examination
  3. Biopsy of the small intestine