Coeliac Disease
Coeliac disease is an intolerance to gluten in the diet, therefore you will not exhibit problems until after weaning (typically from 6 months of age as per WHO and NHS recommendations)
Investigations include:
- Screening: Tissue Transglutaminase antibodies & endomyseal antibodies (note: an exclusion diet will lead to a false negative result)
- Diagnosis: Small bowel biopsy to confirm subtotal villous atrophy
Treatment:
- Gluten free diet for life
Image from Pharmacia & Upjohn teaching resources