Gluten enteropathy

Malabsorption and gastric irritation due to gluten sensitivity; celiac sprue, celiac disease.


An inherited gastrointestinal disorder resulting from an intolerance to gluten, a protein present in wheat, rye, barley, and oats. This condition, commonly referred to as non-tropical sprue or Celiac disease, leads to malabsorption of nutrients.


 


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