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| Alternative Names: | Sprue; Nontropical sprue; Gluten intolerance
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| Prevention: | Because the exact cause is unknown, there is no known way to prevent the development of celiac disease. However, awareness of risk factors (such as a family member with the disorder) may increase the chance of early diagnosis and treatment.
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Review Date: 5/9/2002
Reviewed By: Andrew J. Muir, M.D. M.H.S., Division of Gastroenterology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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