Celiac disease – Interesting and Fun Facts

Celiac disease is a genetic, immunological disease that lasts for life.

With this disease, there is intolerance to gluten, a reserve protein contained in cereals.

Celiac disease interesting facts

1. Celiac disease is not an allergy.

2. The only cure is a gluten-free diet.

3. Celiac disease can manifest itself at any age.

4. It is estimated that 5% of Poles struggle with this disease.

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Celiac disease questions and answers

How is celiac disease diagnosed?

Blood tests should be performed: against smooth muscle endomysium (EmA), against tissue transglutaminase (tTG), against deamidated gliadin (DGP).

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What are the symptoms of celiac disease?

The main symptoms are anorexia, diarrhea, enlarged abdominal circumference, deficiencies of iron, protein and folic acid.

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