The allergic reaction to gluten intake in some people causes damage to the small intestine, eliminating nutrient intake. This is known as coeliac disease. Gluten is present in wheat, barley, and rye. Symptoms include constipation, diarrhea, stomach ache, bloating, frequent farts, indigestion, fatigue, nutritional deficiency, and weight loss. This is due to an autoimmune disorder. There is no cure for this disease. However, diet changes excluding gluten can prevent the symptoms.
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How to increase stamina in my child?
Query: Hello doctor, What is wrong with a junior school child who has diarrhea and either stopped drinking or is unable to. He has eyesight weakness and now wears glasses. He worries a lot and despite a good appetite does not put on weight. Has difficulty in reading and writing. He has no power, strength ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Causes of diarrhea and poor nutrition at this age might be due to celiac disease (an autoimmune disorder), worm infestation, IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease). I suggest: Give him syrup Nitazoxanide 200 mg twice a day for five days. Give syrup preparation of iron-folic ac... Read Full »
Why am I not able to gain weight?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 21 years old and my height is 5'7" and my weight is 57kg. My problem is related to my reduced body growth and development. I regularly take diet 3-4 times a day and drink about 3 litres of water a day. Besides this, I have also taken health supplements like horlicks/enduramass in... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you are unable to gain weight, you should be evaluated for organic causes behind it. It can however be just constitutional. But it is not uncommon to have some organic causes behind this problem. If there is any organic cause, it should be evaluated. If you have an... Read Full »