Bøger af Dallas Lynch

Celiac disease is a type of autoimmune and digestive disorder, which can cause damage to small intestine. The symptoms include anemia, diarrhea, growth issues, gas and bloating. The main cause of this disease is a protein named gluten, which is primarily found in rye, wheat and barley. Repeated consumption of these food items can lead to damage to the lining of the small intestine, preventing the absorption of nutrients. A variety of specific markers present in the blood are helpful in diagnosing this condition. Celiac disease might lead to other health complications such as infertility, malnutrition, intestinal cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, type 1 diabetes and osteoporosis. The only possible treatment of the disease is consuming a gluten-free diet, and avoiding foods such as barley, rye and wheat. This book unravels the recent studies on the symptoms, complications and treatment of celiac disease. It is a vital tool for all researching and studying this disease.

Celiac disease refers to a type of long-term autoimmune disorder. It majorly affects the small intestine, in which people develop intolerance towards gluten, which is found in foods such as barley, wheat and rye. Classic symptoms of celiac disease include gastrointestinal problems, such as loss of appetite, abdominal distention, chronic diarrhoea and malabsorption. This usually starts from the age of six months to two years. There are several non-classic symptoms, which are common in individuals older than two years. These might include either absent or mild gastrointestinal symptoms, which might infect any part of the human body, or no noticeable symptoms. The diagnosis is generally done through intestinal biopsies and a variety of blood antibody tests, facilitated by particular genetic testing. The disease can be treated by following a mandatory gluten-free diet for lifetime. It helps to recover the intestinal lining and decreases the risk associated with the disease. This book contains some path-breaking studies on celiac disease. It aims to shed light on the etiology, diagnosis and treatment of this disease. This book is appropriate for students seeking detailed information on this medical condition as well as for experts.