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1
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What type of condition is coeliac disease?

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Chronic autoimmune.

2
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What are the key features of coeliac disease?

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Chronic inflammation of the small intestine. Malabsorption of nutrients.

3
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What are the symptoms of coeliac disease?

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Diarrhoea. Bloating. Abdominal pain.

4
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Describe the aetiology of coeliac disease.

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Abnormal abdominal response in the intestinal mucosa caused by dietary proteins called glutens. This leads to malabsorption of nutrients.

5
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What complications may be associated with malabsorption of nutrients associated with coeliac disease?

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Complications caused by malnutrition of nutrients. Osteoporosis due to malabsorption of calcium and vitamin D.

6
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What are the aims of coeliac disease treatment?

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Eliminating symptoms. Reducing the risk of complications, including them from malabsorption.

7
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When should coeliac disease be referred to a specialist?

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When it is confirmed as refractory.

8
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Before specialist advice for refractory coeliac disease, treatment for which drug can be considered?

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Prednisolone.

9
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Ongoing treatment of bone disease should form a part of the management plan for coeliac disease. What is it important to make patient’s aware of?

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Patient’s should be advised not to self-medicate with supplements.

10
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What is the mainstay of treatment for coeliac disease?

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A strict, life-long gluten free diet. Gluten free products are available on prescription.

11
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In which cereals is gluten present?

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Wheat, barley and rye.