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Which of the following is associated with celiac disease? a. inability to digest and absorb proteins in dairy products b. damage to the villi resulting from the consumption of wheat products c. erosion of the wall of the stomach and duodenum due to hyperacidity d. chronic constipation due to low intestinal motility

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   Which of the following is associated with celiac disease?
a. inability to digest and absorb proteins in dairy products
b. damage to the villi resulting from the consumption of wheat products
c. erosion of the wall of the stomach and duodenum due to hyperacidity
d. chronic constipation due to low intestinal motility

Human Biology Concepts and Current Issues

Michael D. Johnson 8th Edition

Chapter 14, Problem 15

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Celiac disease is a condition where the consumption of gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley, causes an immune response that leads to inflammation and damage to the small intestine. Show more…

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Celiac Disease

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the ingestion of gluten—a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye—triggers an immune response that damages the small intestine. This damage particularly affects the intestinal villi, leading to impaired nutrient absorption and various gastrointestinal symptoms.

Gluten

Gluten is a protein composite found in wheat and other similar grains that can provoke an abnormal immune reaction in individuals with celiac disease. Its ingestion leads to inflammation and subsequent damage to the intestinal mucosa.

Intestinal Villi

Intestinal villi are tiny, finger-like projections lining the small intestine that facilitate nutrient absorption. In celiac disease, the immune-mediated response to gluten causes these structures to become damaged or atrophied, resulting in diminished absorptive capacity.

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