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    J Reprod Med. 2010 Jan-Feb;55(1-2):3-8.

    Celiac disease and its effect on human reproduction: a review.

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    Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, State University of New York, Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, New York 13210, USA.

    Abstract

    Celiac disease is an intestinal inflammatory disease that is triggered by gluten in the diet. Patients present with a wide array of symptoms due to malabsorption that include diarrhea, abdominal pain, bloating and weight loss. In women, this disease may have implications on menstrual and reproductive health. The symptom complex includes delayed menarche, early menopause, secondary amenorrhea, infertility, recurrent miscarriages and intrauterine growth restriction. These women benefit from early diagnosis and treatment. Therefore, celiac disease should be considered and screening tests performed on women presenting with menstrual and reproductive problems and treated accordingly. The objective of this article is to review the current literature on celiac disease and its association with the above-mentioned disorders.

    PMID:
    20337200
    [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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