A 22-year-old patient presents with chronic diarrhea, weight loss, fatigue, bloating, and cramps.Her hemoglobin laboratory results indicate anemia.The nurse suspects:

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Celiac disease is a medical condition in which the absorptive surface of the small intestine is damaged by gluten.This results in an inability of the body to absorb nutrients: protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals.It is estimated that 1 in 133 persons in Canada are affected by celiac disease.Common symptoms are anemia, chronic diarrhea, weight loss, fatigue, cramps and bloating, and irritability.

A 22-Year-Old Patient Presents with Chronic Diarrhea, Weight Loss, Fatigue