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Celiac disease (CD) is a common chronic condition in many parts of the world.
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CD affects people of all ages, with a slight predisposition for women.
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The cause of CD requires both genetic and environmental factors, primarily and essentially the human leukocyte antigen types DQ2 or DQ8 and intake of gluten.
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CD has a broad range of presenting symptoms and syndromes that make detection challenging, with many patients remaining undiagnosed for long periods.
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Diagnosis relies on serology tests, although
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