Background: Celiac disease (CD) is an autoimmune disease that results from the interaction of genetic, immune, and environmental factors. According to the 2020 European Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition (ESPGHAN) guidelines, an elimination diet (i.e.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: The incidence of lactose intolerance in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) varies in the literature (27-72%). Primary adult lactase deficiency (adult type hypolactasia) is the most common type of primary enzyme deficiency. Complaints related to lactose intolerance may overlap with the symptoms of IBS.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe psychological aspect may play an important role in ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn's disease (CD). The aims of this study were to explore the differences between patients with UC and CD regarding chronotype, temperament and depression, and to assess the psychological factors mentioned as predictors of disease activity. In total, = 37 patients with UC and = 47 patients with CD were included in the study.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and celiac disease (CD) share some gastrointestinal symptoms. Celiac disease should be considered in a differential diagnosis of IBS.
Aim: To estimate the prevalence of predispositions to CD in patients with IBS and its subtypes.