Understanding Celiac Disease

An Introduction for Patients and Caregivers

By (author) Naheed Ali

Publication date:

22 April 2016

Length of book:

332 pages

Publisher

Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

ISBN-13: 9781442271838

As the market for gluten free foods continues to grow and change, many people are turning to a gluten free lifestyle for a number of reasons. Some people, however, are diagnosed with celiac disease, which is more than just a gluten sensitivity. For people with celiac disease, eating is often uncomfortable and sometimes painful; children with the disease often experience difficulties gaining weight.

Understanding Celiac Disease explores the underlying causes, explains the biology, details the methods for diagnosis, and describes the symptoms and potential treatments. In easy to understand language, Dr. Naheed Ali helps demystify the subject for those who suffer, those who suspect they might suffer, and those who help care for those diagnosed with celiac disease.

Preface

Part 1: Groundwork

1 History of Celiac Disease
2 Anatomy and Physiology of Celiac Disease
3 Causes of Celiac Disease

Part 2: Clinical Picture

4 Pathology of Celiac Disease
5 Diagnosis of Celiac Disease
6 New Advances in Celiac Disease Clinical Research

Part III: Other Manifestations
7 Mental Outcomes of Celiac Disease
8 Physical Disorders Associated with Celiac Disease
9 Pain and Celiac Disease

Part IV: Treatment Options
10 Natural Treatments and Diet
11 Surgery for Celiac Disease
12 Pharmacological Treatment of Celiac Disease
13 Celiac Disease and Exercise

Part V: Personal Quest
14 Motivation and Celiac Disease
15 Conclusion

Appendix A: Celiac Disease Related Links
Appendix B: Celiac Disease Research and Training
Appendix C: Celiac Disease and Related Organizations
Appendix D: Nationally Recognized Celiac Disease Clinics
Appendix E: For Further Reading
Notes
Glossary
Bibliography
Index
About the Author

This well-organized book provides an overview of the disorder including anatomy and causes followed by information on diagnosis and treatment. While Ali discusses options such as surgery and medication, he is a proponent of natural remedies for celiac disease. . . .Those who want a more technical description of celiac disease will find this book useful.