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Glossary: Celiac
 


Definition
Pertaining to the abdomen.

Topics Related To Celiac
DiarrheaThe Condition
"...Gluten-sensitive enteropathy (celiac sprue) is the most common mucosal cause of malabsorption in the United States..."

Gluten Sensitivity / Celiac Disease

The Condition
"...One factor thought to play a role in when and how celiac appears is whether and how long a person was breastfed - the longer one was breastfed, the later and more atypical the symptoms appear..."

Osteoporosis - Osteopenia

Relationship to Gluten Sensitivity / Celiac Disease
"A study concluded that reduced mineralization occurs even in asymptomatic celiac patients, and that early diagnosis and treatment can prevent bone demineralization..."





Last updated: Feb 28, 2008


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