Chronic Bowel Disorder - coeliac disease Flashcards
1
Q
where does coeliac disease occur
A
small intestine
2
Q
what triggers/associated with coeliac disease
A
gluten - wheat, barley and rye
3
Q
what does gluten cause in coeliac disease
A
immune response in instestinal mucosa
4
Q
what can occur in coeliac disease
A
malabsorption of nutrients
5
Q
What symptoms need managing in coeliac disease?
A
diarrhoea
bloating
abdominal pain
6
Q
how to avoid malnutrition in coeliac disease
A
-avoid gluten
-give vit D, calcium + other nutrients (supervision)
