Which are the symptoms of Celiac Disease?

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Symptoms of Celiac Disease

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that affects the small intestine and is triggered by the consumption of gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. It is estimated that approximately 1% of the global population has celiac disease, although many cases go undiagnosed. The symptoms of celiac disease can vary widely from person to person, and some individuals may experience no symptoms at all. However, there are several common signs and symptoms that can indicate the presence of this condition.

1. Digestive Symptoms

One of the most common manifestations of celiac disease is digestive symptoms. These symptoms can include:

Abdominal pain: Many individuals with celiac disease experience chronic abdominal pain, which can range from mild discomfort to severe cramping.

Bloating and gas: The consumption of gluten can lead to bloating and excessive gas production, causing discomfort and distension of the abdomen.

Diarrhea: Frequent loose and watery stools are often reported by individuals with celiac disease. In some cases, diarrhea may be chronic.

Constipation: On the other hand, some individuals may experience constipation as a result of celiac disease. This can lead to infrequent bowel movements and difficulty passing stool.

Nausea and vomiting: Celiac disease can cause feelings of nausea and, in some cases, vomiting.

2. Weight Loss and Malnutrition

Unexplained weight loss is another common symptom of celiac disease. When individuals with celiac disease consume gluten, it triggers an immune response that damages the lining of the small intestine. This damage impairs the absorption of nutrients, leading to malnutrition and subsequent weight loss. In children, this malabsorption can also result in stunted growth and delayed puberty.

3. Fatigue and Weakness

Chronic fatigue and weakness are frequently reported symptoms of celiac disease. The malabsorption of essential nutrients, particularly iron and B vitamins, can lead to anemia, which in turn causes fatigue and weakness. Additionally, the constant inflammation in the body due to the autoimmune response can contribute to feelings of exhaustion.

4. Dermatological Symptoms

Celiac disease can also manifest in various skin-related symptoms, including:

Dermatitis herpetiformis: This is a chronic, itchy skin rash characterized by small, blister-like bumps. It commonly appears on the elbows, knees, buttocks, and scalp.

Dry skin: Celiac disease can cause dry, itchy skin that may be accompanied by redness and irritation.

Mouth ulcers: Some individuals with celiac disease may experience recurrent mouth ulcers, which can be painful and interfere with eating and speaking.

5. Neurological Symptoms

In some cases, celiac disease can affect the nervous system, leading to neurological symptoms such as:

Headaches: Chronic headaches and migraines are reported by some individuals with celiac disease.

Peripheral neuropathy: This condition involves numbness, tingling, or pain in the extremities, particularly the hands and feet.

Balance problems: Celiac disease can cause issues with coordination and balance, leading to unsteadiness and difficulty walking.

6. Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms

There is evidence to suggest that celiac disease can also impact mental health and behavior. Some individuals may experience:

Depression and anxiety: Celiac disease has been linked to an increased risk of depression and anxiety disorders.

Irritability and mood swings: Mood disturbances, including irritability and sudden mood swings, can occur in individuals with celiac disease.

Cognitive impairment: In rare cases, celiac disease can lead to cognitive impairment, including difficulty concentrating and memory problems.

If you suspect that you or someone you know may have celiac disease, it is important to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and management. Celiac disease is a lifelong condition, and the only effective treatment is a strict gluten-free diet.

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Posted May 8, 2017 by JJHK 1050

Brain fog, pains in stomach, diarrhea, eczema, skin allergies when eating gluten

Posted May 9, 2017 by Sara 600

For those suffering from celiac disease, the most invasive and painful symptom is the contraction of the intestine with real cramps that involve digestion of severe abdominal pain. While the most common and lighter symptoms may be redness of the skin, psoriasis, itching, dandruff and headache.

Posted May 9, 2017 by Marecello 400

Abdominal pain, vomiting, fatigue

Posted May 27, 2017 by Lucy Baudysova 2440

Classic symptoms include diarrhea, malabsorption of nutrients, fatty/smelly stools, distended/bloated stomach, malnutrition (e.g., anemia and osteoporosis), fatigue, loss of weight, pain in the stomach, shorter stature in children, shortened lifespan, miscarriages, and lymphoma cancer.

Posted May 31, 2017 by FlorenceK 2545

Constant trips to the lavatory with loose motions, abdominal pain and cramping, flu-like symptoms

Posted Sep 4, 2017 by Emyr 2500

Constant bowel trouble and bad abdominal cramps. Red inflamed rashes on the skin can be a symptom. Some people experience nausea. Chronic hunger - the feeling of not having eaten for days only hours after a meal, joint ache and back ache are other symptoms I've experienced after ingesting gluten. The symptoms ease off once diet and lifestyle are under control. I'd get rid of the bowel issues and any physical aches and pains first.

Posted Sep 11, 2017 by Eamon 2500

Diarrhea, malabsorption, nutrient deficiency

Posted Sep 12, 2017 by JJinPA 2070

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Posted Sep 13, 2017 by Nikolas 100

For me, depression, anxiety, headaches and neurological complications.

Posted Sep 16, 2017 by Leo Borne 450

Diarrhea, stomach cramps, headaches, muscle pain, muscle spasms, constipation, osteopenia, bones not growing right in kids, depression, anxiety, fatigue, confusion, mental fog, insomnia, anger, rheumatoid arthritis, skin rashes, acne, hair growth or no hair growth, catch colds and flu easier.

Posted Nov 11, 2017 by Stephanie 2690

diarrhoea,convulsions, constipation,

Posted Jan 28, 2019 by Iveta 4700

There are so many symptoms. Gastrointestinal pain, constipation, diarrhea, neurological issues, anxiety and depression, brain fog, vitamin deficiencies, and so many morel

Posted Jun 21, 2019 by mcbphd1 2500

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The worst symptoms of celiac disease are diarrhea, pain, constipation, malabsorption of nutrients and vitamins that can lead to symptoms very different and affect different systems of the organism. Pains, dermatitis, skin problems, digestion, etc

Posted Feb 23, 2017 by Ana 1111

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Depend on each person and if you are an adult or a child... But in general lines, the diarrhea and vomiting that leave you k.Or. for two or three days.

Posted Feb 23, 2017 by Merche 1187

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diarrhea, gas, itching, fatigue and pain

Posted Mar 29, 2017 by Renato 1260

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The great risk of creating ulcers and lesions in the stomach, intestine and other injuries acarretadas by celiac disease would be the first to be eliminated. Is there that is all our vitality, stay without her is one of the worst things that can happen with anyone who has celiac disease.

Posted Mar 30, 2017 by nessarrpp 1050

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Intestinal cramps
Pain in the body
Swelling

Posted Apr 6, 2017 by Carol 200

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Diarrhea, vomiting, weak, headache, nausea, malaise.

Posted May 26, 2017 by Mathilde 1170

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The symptoms very much depends on individual to individual. I have migraines, diarrhea and gases. Sometimes to the point of not wanting to leave the house so much colic. However some people have dermatitis that causes redness and itching. As I said depends on the reaction of each individual.

Posted May 29, 2017 by Claudecir 1140

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The main symptom in my case was the colic of the bowel very strong followed by diarrhea, crippling when you do not have the diagnosis and continues ingesting gluten. If I contamino after the colic/diarrhea, I feel very bad, unproductive, with headaches, body aches, drop in income, the difficulty of memorization. Sure, the colic of the bowel is a symptom that bothers me the most, because I realize that after him, all the rest gets worse.

Posted May 30, 2017 by Gheysa 490

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The symptoms of this disease are many and varied, and change depending on the age of the patient, it is not the same as a child who is a teenager. In children often lead to vomiting, diarrhea or severe constipation, abdominal distension (swollen belly as the malnourished children that we see in the ads from the ngos asking for help for african countries), depression, the beginning of autism, anemia,... In general, a child with celiac that is undiagnosed and it is thin (very thin), with the belly swollen (a lot), which almost always is tired and vomit very frequently after eating (at least the way I was and I see that is what describes the specialists). In teenagers is different, they usually stop the vomiting, appears dermatitis or areas of the skin with a pigmentation clearer, the anemia, and to me particularly gave me voltage drops very frequently, even to faint. For no apparent reason. I always had very low stress, always with treatments for anemia that never healed, and that I ate a lot!, and always very thin. There are people who also caused fibromyalgia, bone problems, (in my case the problems appeared in my teeth, I broke the teeth with a lot of ease, in addition to being very worn out for my age).

Posted Aug 30, 2017 by Vanesa 1500

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Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, swelling of the gut, a puncture in the abdomen...
I would take the punctures in the lower area of the gut and nausea, especially

Posted Aug 30, 2017 by Vanessa 500

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There are many symptoms in the celiac disease.
Diarrhea
Canker sores
Headaches top migraine headaches
Gas
Extreme tiredness
Anemia
Depression
Anxiety
Hair loss
Unexplained inflammation of the stomach

Posted Aug 30, 2017 by Liliana Rascon Estrada 900

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There are many different symptoms, the most common are digestive, vomiting, diarrhea, bloating and/or abdominal pain, it continue to headaches, gas, constipation, dermatitis, anemia, herpes mouth, there are also the emotional, such as depression, irritability.

Posted Sep 4, 2017 by Mónica 1900

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My only symptom when taking something with gluten is diarrhea, and it gives me at the moment

Posted Sep 7, 2017 by Elena 1600

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Pain abdomen, weight loss, vimissements,

Posted Sep 14, 2017 by Karima 5050

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Strong pain in head, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation, chronic anemia

Posted Sep 18, 2017 by Adriele 1000

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Diarrhoea or constipation, chronic tiredness, joint pain, stomach pain, problem, teeth, nails, hair. Dry skin or dermatitis herpetiformis.

Posted Oct 3, 2017 by Cristina 1000

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Diarrhoea, abdominal pain, allergy and irritability

Posted Oct 3, 2017 by Claudia 1100

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Stomach pain, in my case almost non-existent

Posted Oct 22, 2017 by Luis Hernández Español 3150

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Bloating; intestinal cramps, flatulence, constipation, or diarrhea; skin reaction or eye; irritability; mental confusion; depression.

Posted Oct 23, 2017 by Giulia 2550

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Depression, diarrhea, fatigue and headaches

Posted Oct 24, 2017 by Daniela 400

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Constipation
Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Migraine
Repeated miscarriages
Fatigue
Depression
Anemia
Endometriosis
Attention-deficit
Distinction of the intestine
Weight gain or loss
Lactose intolerance hj already controlled
Disease hashimoto
Psoriasis
Among other

Posted Oct 30, 2017 by Andreia l C cernach 1000

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The symptoms of this disease are manifested only when consumed gluten, and are variable according to the person, the most common are bloating, fatigue, diarrhea, anemia, fatigue, indigestion, cramps, lack of appetite, tenderness in the gums, urinary tract infection, hair loss.
By eliminating gluten from the diet all these symptoms are disappearing. If you follow a gluten free diet do not appear again. This is why it is good to have the symptoms so it is easy to see if it has eaten something with gluten.

Posted Nov 2, 2017 by danay 2850