Refractory Celiac Disease: Refractory Celiac Disease is celiac disease that fails to respond to treatment which involves a gluten-free diet. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder characterized by intolerance to gluten by the small intestine. The condition is quite uncommon and often the resulting poor absorption of nutrients from the intestines leads to a poor prognosis. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Refractory Celiac Disease is available below.
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Prognosis for Refractory Celiac Disease: Prognosis is often poor due to lack of response to treatment. Corticosteroid therapy and immunosuppressive drugs may improve the prognosis in some cases.
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