Kelly is a 27-year-old Caucasian who works as a bank teller. She is 5'3" tall and weighs 102 pounds. She began experiencing recurrent gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhea, steatorrhea, and flatulence several months ago. She made an appointment with her physician after noticing that she was losing weight. Laboratory tests confirmed a diagnosis of celiac disease.
If Kelly does not eliminate gluten from her diet, she could likely experience which complication?

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Infertility is a potential complication of untreated celiac disease. Other complications include osteoporosis, anemia, and neurological disorders.

Kelly Is a 27-Year-Old Caucasian Who Works as a Bank