Celiac Disease

• Prof. Dr. Hakan DEMİRCİ

Medicana Kadıköy Hospital, Gastroenterology Clinic, Istanbul

Celiac disease, also known as gluten enteropathy, is a small intestine disease that develops as a permanent intolerance to gluten proteins found mainly in grains such as wheat, barley, rye, and oats in genetically susceptible individuals.

What is Gastroenterology?

Gastroenterology is a branch of medicine that focuses on health problems related to the digestive system. The digestive system involves a complex process from the intake of food to its digestion, absorption, and elimination. Digestive system problems can manifest with many different symptoms, and these symptoms may require people to consult a gastroenterology doctor.