Celiac disease is caused by an allergy to gluten, a protein found naturally in some grains. The disease damages the lumen of the small intestine, specifically the villi and microvilli. Several symptoms associated with celiac disease would be

a) heartburn, excessive vomiting, and nausea.
b) red blood mixed with the stools, light-headedness due to lack of hydration, and weakness.
c) fever, elevated white blood cell count and loss of appetite.
d) abdominal bloating and pain, chronic diarrhea due to excess unabsorbed water, and weight loss.


Ans: d) abdominal bloating and pain, chronic diarrhea due to excess unabsorbed water, and weight loss.

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