Details of Sprue

It is a digestive disorder caused by an abnormal immune reaction to gluten. Gluten is a protein found in in wheat, barley and rye. If it is left untreated, it can damage small intestine.

May include:

• Constipation
• Weight loss
• Fatigue
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea and vomiting

May include:

• Gut bacteria
• Body's immune system's over reaction
• Gastrointestinal infections

May include:

• Serology testing
• Genetic testing
• Endoscopy
• Capsule endoscopy

To adopt a gluten-free diet is only way to deal with this.

Untreated, can cause:

• Infertility
• Malnutrition
• Miscarriage
• Bone weakness
• Nerves issues
• Lactose intolerance