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= Paid-up subscribersPRACTITIONER 2009;253(1722):19-22
Be vigilant for patients with coeliac disease
01 Oct 2009
Historically coeliac disease has been considered an uncommon, paediatric condition presenting with diarrhoea, weight loss, and failure to thrive. However, recent population studies show that coeliac disease is a common condition affecting around 1 in 100 people. The primary care team need to be alert to the complications of coeliac disease and other associated conditions.Patients with coeliac disease should be followed up on an annual basis to allow assessment of adherence with the diet, manage complications and detect any micronutrient deficiencies.
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