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Celiac disease (CD)

Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition triggered by gluten intake in genetically predisposed individuals. Its wide range of symptoms, which can appear at any age, often leads to delayed or missed diagnosis. These symptoms may include dermatitis herpetiformis, the skin manifestation of the disease.

Definition

Learn more about this autoimmune disease and why it is called "the chameleon of gastroenterology."

Prevalence

Celiac disease affects up to 1% of the Spanish population, but it is estimated that nearly 70% of cases are undiagnosed.

Symptoms

The symptoms of celiac disease are very diverse, which complicates its detection. This clinical variability makes diagnosis a real challenge.

Pathogenesis

Celiac disease is a complex pathology caused by the interaction of genetic and exogenous factors.

Diagnosis

Celiac disease remains an underdiagnosed condition. Rapid and accurate diagnosis can help raise awareness of this condition.

Treatment

The treatment of celiac disease is based on a strict gluten-free diet and requires specialized information, constant motivation, and proper monitoring.

Wheat allergy (WA)

Wheat allergy can be IgE-mediated or non-IgE-mediated. The latter form usually manifests itself in the gastrointestinal tract, requiring a differential diagnosis with celiac disease.