Celiac disease is a genetically determined gluten intolerance. Its intake causes chronic inflammation of the intestinal mucosa.
Clinically, the disease manifests with digestive tract problems (abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloating, vomiting), increased fatigue, loss of appetite, anemia, skin manifestations, growth disorders in children or menstrual cycle disorders up to infertility in women.
The examination package includes testing for antibodies against tissue transglutaminase in IgA and IgG subclasses and determination of IgA levels.
The only possible therapy is strict adherence to a gluten-free diet.