Coeliac disease: symptoms, complications and patient support.
Coeliac disease is an autoimmune inflammatory disease of the small intestine precipitated by ingestion of gluten in genetically susceptible individuals. Simply defined as 'gluten-sensitive enteropathy', it is a lifelong disease, which, if untreated, is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Early diagnosis and management are important to minimise complications.
Faculty of Health and Social Care, Canterbury Christ Church University, Kent. susan.holmes@canterbury.ac.uk
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D000328:Adult; D002446:Celiac Disease / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D002648:Child; D055050:Diet, Gluten-Free; D004046:Dietetics; D042241:Early Diagnosis; D005515:Food Labeling; D020022:Genetic Predisposition to Disease / Q000235:genetics; D006801:Humans; D008612:Menu Planning; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D012307:Risk Factors; D012648:Self Care; D012657:Self-Help Groups; D012944:Social Support