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Dermatitis herpetiformis
Gluten intolerance can cause this itchy, blistering skin disease. The rash usually occurs on the elbows, knees, torso, scalp and buttocks. This condition is often associated with changes to the lining of the small intestine identical to those of celiac disease, but the skin condition might not cause digestive symptoms. Doctors treat dermatitis herpetiformis with…
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In Children
Children with celiac disease are more likely than adults to have digestive problems, including: Nausea and vomiting Chronic diarrhea Swollen belly Constipation Gas Pale, foul-smelling stools The inability to absorb nutrients might result in: Failure to thrive for infants Damage to tooth enamel Weight loss Anemia Irritability Short stature Delayed puberty Neurological symptoms, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity…
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Symptoms
Symptoms The signs and symptoms of celiac disease can vary greatly and differ in children and adults. Digestive signs and symptoms for adults include: Diarrhea Fatigue Weight loss Bloating and gas Abdominal pain Nausea and vomiting Constipation However, more than half the adults with celiac disease have signs and symptoms unrelated to the digestive system,…
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Overview
Celiac disease, sometimes called celiac sprue or gluten-sensitive enteropathy, is an immune reaction to eating gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye. If you have celiac disease, eating gluten triggers an immune response in your small intestine. Over time, this reaction damages your small intestine’s lining and prevents it from absorbing some nutrients…
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Treatment
Seek immediate medical help if your child: Is unable to pass stool, especially with vomiting Is vomiting blood or has blood in his or her stool (especially if maroon or dark, tarry black) Has chest, neck or shoulder pain Has sudden, sharp abdominal pain Has pain in his or her shoulder blades with nausea Belly is rigid, hard…
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Symptoms and Diagnosis
Pain in the abdominal area. Diagnosis Many different conditions can cause abdominal pain. The key is to know when to seek medical care. Any of the following may cause abdominal pain: Appendicitis Bowel obstruction Cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder) with or without gallstones Chronic constipation Dissecting abdominal aortic aneurysm Diverticular disease, including diverticulitis Early-stage shingles (a viral infection where pain…
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Abdominal pain
Abdominal pain is any pain felt between your chest and groin. This is often referred to as the stomach region or belly. Pain can originate from any of the many organs within the abdomen, including: Digestive organs (the end of the esophagus, the stomach, the small and large intestines, the liver, the gallbladder and the…
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Complications
A scabies infestation can lead to complications when secondary infections develop. The nonstop scratching can result in open sores that can get infected with bacteria, often staph (Staphylococci) or sometimes strep (Streptococci), causing another skin infection called impetigo. While impetigo usually isn’t dangerous, if it’s not controlled with antibiotics, it can lead to serious complications. If bacteria enters the bloodstream, it can result…
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Prevention
According to a report published in November 2017 in PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases, experimental research is underway to develop a vaccine to prevent scabies, though it would likely take years before it would be available. There is currently no surefire way to avoid getting scabies, other than to avoid close contact with an infested person and certain…
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Treatment and Medication Options
Successful treatment of scabies means eradicating the mites. This involves using a medication known as a scabicide. While some over-the-counter creams and products can help reduce or alleviate symptoms like itching, they won’t kill mites. Scabicides are currently only available by prescription. Medication Options For common, noncrusted scabies, patients may be prescribed a topical medication. Permethrin cream (Elimite) is…
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