Celiac disease is an immune disorder where the body reacts to gluten, a protein in wheat, barley and rye. The small intestine becomes inflamed and its lining damaged. When this happens, key nutrients cannot be absorbed which causes digestion problems and weight loss. In children, growth and development can be affected.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Gastroenterology
A department providing GI medicine care, including diagnosis and treatment for digestive conditions such as reflux, IBD, and liver and pancreatic disease, and support to manage sy…