Commonly known as “celiac disease, this autoimmune disorder is triggered by gluten, a protein present in wheat, barley, and rye. Eating gluten triggers the intestine with an immune response. Over time the intestinal lining is damaged which leads to malabsorptionย (Source)
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How To Remember Celiac Sprue Features ?
Celiac Sprue Features :
- Cell-mediated autoimmune disease
- European descent
- Lymphocytes in Lamina propria/ Lymphoma risk
- Intolerance of gluten (wheat)
- Atrophy of villi in small intestine/ Abnormal D-xylose test
- Childhood presentation
Mnemonic: “CELIAC“
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Mind Map / Concept Map /Memory Aid/ Mnemonic To Remember Celiac Sprue Features
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