Celiac disease is a condition of the small intestine caused by an allergy to gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye and barley grains or byproducts. Also known as Gluten Enteropathy or Nontropical Sprue, the condition prevents the intestine from absorbing nutrients vital for optimal health. Left untreated, celiac disease may lead to excessive weight loss and malnutrition, with its accompanying symptoms and conditions. It is important to know and understand the symptoms of celiac disease in order to initiate treatment of a gluten-free diet, which generally brings drastic improvement in physical condition and health within a few weeks. Though celiac disease is most commonly discovered in infants or small children, it may also appear suddenly in adults, especially those with a family history of the disease.
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