coeliac disease

British

noun

a chronic intestinal disorder caused by sensitivity to the protein gliadin contained in the gluten of cereals, characterized by distention of the abdomen and frothy and pale foul-smelling stools

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So it was a relief when Eliza was finally diagnosed with coeliac disease, which affects one in 100 adults and children.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

But for people with coeliac disease, a lot of these go-to carbohydrate sources are off-limits, because they contain gluten.

From BBC • Dec. 10, 2025

It was also thought that she had coeliac disease, which made her feel exhausted.

From BBC • Sep. 5, 2025

Those with coeliac disease cannot eat gluten as their immune system attacks their own tissues and their body cannot properly take in nutrients.

From BBC • Jul. 24, 2025

A coeliac disease sufferer from Leicestershire has said the decision to stop gluten-free food prescriptions is "another kick in the teeth" for people with the condition.

From BBC • Dec. 21, 2024

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