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Could you tell me what happens if i eat gluten when i have celiac disease?

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

Specializes in Nutrition

Damage to intestines: Depending on the amount ingested and your immune system response, there is the potential for damage to the lining to the intestines. The damage may affect your ability to absorb sugar and other nutrients. It could take months to undo the damage by following the diet as recommended by your physician.

Answered 5/3/2013

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