IBS or Coeliac Disease?
Coeliac disease is a lifelong autoimmune condition caused by intolerance of gluten. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye and barley. Some people with coeliac aare unable to tolerate oats.
Over 85% of coeliacs remain undiagnosed in the UK. Coeliac disease is often misdiagnosed with symptoms being confused with Irritable Bowel syndrome (IBS), or wheat intolerance, or down to stress or getting older. As a result, it can take some time before an accurate diagnosis is made.
Symptoms of coeliac disease may range from mild to severe, and can include:
- Bloating
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Wind
- Tiredness
- Constipation
- Anaemia
- Weight Loss
- Skin Problems
- Infertility or recurrent miscarriages
- Joint or bone pain
Once diagnosed with coeliac disease the only treatment is a gluten-free diet for life. the benefits are great.
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