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.
Diagnosis
Celiac disease remains an underdiagnosed condition. Rapid and accurate diagnosis can help raise awareness of this condition.
The treatment of celiac disease is based on a strict gluten-free diet and requires specialized information, constant motivation, and proper monitoring.
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.
