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Celiac Disease Visuals by Ela Buczek Presentation by Julianna Campesi Description of Celiac Disease Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder which damages the lining of the small intestine over time due to inflammation. This specifically prevents the absorption of nutrients. The body creates an immune response to attack gluten, which is how the small intestine is damaged. It’s estimated that one in every one hundred people have it globally. There are as many as two and a half million Americans who have celiac disease and are undiagnosed. Causes of Celiac Disease Celiac disease is genetic, so children who have a parent with celiac have a 1 in 10 chance of getting it. The interaction of these genes, environmental factors, and eating foods with gluten also have been known to cause celiac disease. Other possible contributors include gastrointestinal infections, gut bacteria, and infant feeding practices. Symptoms The most common symptoms of celiac disease in adults are diarrhea, fatigue, and weight loss. Other symptoms include: Anemia Itchy skin rashes/eczema Joint pain Headaches/fatigue Acid reflux/heartburn Osteoporosis Symptoms in children usually vary from those that of adults. Children also experience diarrhea and weight loss, may also exhibit irritability, delayed puberty, and neurological symptoms (like ADHD). Many people may have no symptoms. Prevention There is no way to prevent celiac disease, especially if you’re genetically predisposed for it and happen to be in the 10% that receives it from a parent. To prevent any damage to the small intestine or symptoms in general, people who have celiac disease should opt for a glutenfree diet and avoid gluten as much as possible (so anything containing wheat, barley, rye..) Treatment/Cures for Celiac Disease There is no cure for celiac disease, but there are treatments available. Most treatments have to do with removing gluten from your diet and opting for gluten-free foods. However, you may also take dietary supplements and vitamins to promote better health and normal body functioning, development, and growth. You can also go to group therapies and see specialists about celiac disease. References https://celiac.org/ http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/celiac-disease/home/ovc20214625 https://www.beyondceliac.org/celiac-disease/ https://www.pinterest.com/hodgehealth/celiac-disease/ - picture #1 http://sfpi.in/celiac-disease/ - picture #2 https://g.co/kgs/rWn7e9 - picture #3 http://stomachbloating.net/top-10-foods-to-avoid-with-celiac-disease/ picture #4