Celiac Disease Complications

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Celiac disease can lead to several complications if left untreated. It can result to malnutrition and anemia due to problems in nutrient absorption. Osteoporosis and cancer can also develop. Maintaining a gluten-free diet can help prevent these complications in the future.

Top Resources on Celiac Disease Complications

Mayo Clinic: Celiac Disease: Complications
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK): What Are The Complications Of Celiac Disease?
MedicineNet: What Are The Complications Of Celiac Disease?
A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Possible Complications
Healthwise (via RevolutionHealth): Complications Of Celiac Disease (Jul. 06, 2006)
Healthwise (via Yahoo Health): Celiac Disease - What Increases Your Risk
About.com: Complications Of Untreated Celiac Disease

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Contributor: Madeleine Paladar
Reviewer: Elisa Carter
Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
Last update: Jul. 30, 2008

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