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Case studies

Practical examples highlight the overlap between gluten- and grain-related disorders (GRDs) and the diagnostic challenges they present.

Case studies on celiac disease, wheat allergy, non-celiac gluten sensitivity and wheat sensitivity, and irritable bowel syndrome

Diagnosing and managing gluten-related disorders can be challenging because symptoms often overlap. These case studies, covering celiac disease, wheat allergy, non-celiac gluten sensitivity and wheat sensitivity (NCGS), and irritable bowel syndrome, offer practical insights from real-world clinical experience. Think about how you would have approached each case-and read how other healthcare professionals have navigated the complexity of gluten-related disorders in unclear cases.

3 interesting clinical cases from a nutrition consultation

Three real-life cases from a gastroenterology clinic: hidden celiac disease, false gluten sensitivity caused by Giardia, and SIBO in Crohn’s disease. Diagnosis and management.

Case Study: Persistent IBS symptoms with suspected histamine and gluten-related food intolerance

A 43-year-old female was referred to my nutrition private practice with ongoing gastrointestinal symptoms despite previous management by a gastroenterologist.

Case study: Use of gluten-free staple foods to support adherence to a low FODMAP diet

A female in her late 20s, working in a stressful office-based role, was seen in a virtual nutrition private practice as part of a four-month 1:1 IBS coaching program

Case study: ultra-short celiac disease

A female patient in her mid 50s referred to the registered dietitian at the Celiac Outpatient Clinic for medical nutrition therapy.

Case study: Accurate Diagnosis of Celiac Disease

A male patient in his mid 60s was referred to the Dietetic Led Celiac Outpatient Clinic for the management of Celiac Disease with a new diagnosis made based on symptoms of significant weight loss and Marsh 3B villous atrophy and increased lymphocytosis. Celiac serology results were awaited.