Case studies from real life clinical cases illustrate the overlapping phenomenon of gluten-related disorders – and the related challenges.
Due to the phenomenon of symptomatic overlap, the diagnosis and treatment of gluten-related disorders (GRD) often proves challenging. Real world case studies on coeliac disease, wheat allergy, gluten/wheat sensitivity and irritable bowel syndrome may be helpful in supporting understanding. Ask yourself how you would have approached the situation – and read how other clinicians have shed light on unclear cases.
A male patient in his mid 60’s was referred to the Dietetic Led Coeliac Outpatient Clinic for the management of Coeliac Disease with a new diagnosis made based on symptoms of significant weight loss and Marsh 3B villous atrophy and increased lymphocytosis. Coeliac serology results were awaited.
20-year-old female patient with gastrointestinal complaints and concentration problems presents at the nutritional therapy practice in autumn 2023.