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Coeliac disease and gluten intolerance

People with Coeliac disease can't eat foods containing gluten. Find out how it can affect your life and why it’s important to get diagnosed.

Dermatitis herpetiformis

Dermatitis herpetiformis is an autoimmune condition, generally associated with gluten intolerance and coeliac disease. Find out how it is diagnosed and treated.

Gastrointestinal illnesses

Gastrointestinal illnesses are very common. Some may last for only a day or two; others are long term. Learn here about their causes, symptoms and treatments.

Gluten-free diet

Find out the importance of a gluten-free diet for people with coeliac disease and other conditions.

Overview of autoimmune diseases

Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system attacks its own body. Learn more about the diagnosis and treatment of types such as Coeliac disease and lupus.

Autoimmune conditions

Autoimmune diseases strike when the immune system attacks healthy cells in the body. Read about the causes, symptoms and treatment options.

Bloating

Bloating – feeling that you have a swollen tummy – is common, but if you feel bloated regularly, you should see your doctor. Learn more about the causes here.

Mouth sores and ulcers

An ulcer is a common type of mouth sore. It can make everyday tasks like teeth brushing, talking, eating and drinking feel uncomfortable.

Osteoporosis – a personal story

Being diagnosed with osteoporosis can be both emotionally and practically challenging. Listening to others who have experienced similar situations is often reassuring and can be helpful. This video interview has been sourced from healthtalkonline.org, award-winning research into patient experiences in conjunction with the Health Experience Research Group at Oxford University, UK.

What causes lactose intolerance?

Lactose intolerance occurs when the body doesn’t produce enough lactase, the enzyme that breaks down lactose in the intestine. Here’s some common causes.

Vaginal bleeding

Vaginal bleeding isn't always related to menstruation. It can also be caused by infection or injury.

Turner syndrome

This genetic disorder involves sensory, developmental and hormonal symptoms, but most girls and women with Turner syndrome enjoy a normal life.

What causes iron deficiency?

The three main causes of iron deficiency are not eating enough iron-rich foods, trouble with absorbing iron and blood loss. Find out more by reading our trusted partner content.

Osteopaenia

People with osteopaenia have bones that are weaker than normal. Osteopaenia is not as severe as osteoporosis but you still have to be careful if you’re at risk.

Fatigue

Fatigue, when you always feel exhausted even if you are well rested, could be a symptom of something that is wrong. You may need to see your doctor.

Vitamin K deficiency

Vitamin K deficiency can stop your blood from clotting properly and can weaken your bones. Read more here about Vitamin K diagnosis, prevention and treatment.

Underlying causes of diarrhoea

Diarrhoea usually occurs when fluid cannot be absorbed from your bowel contents, or when extra fluid is secreted into the bowel. Find out what causes diarrhoea.

Foods high in magnesium

Magnesium is essential for your muscles and nerves to work properly, to regulate blood sugar and pressure, and to make protein, bone, and DNA. Find out which foods are high in magnesium and how much you need here.

Vitamin A

Vitamin A is important for good vision, healthy skin and for supporting the immune system. Most Australians can get enough from eating a varied, healthy diet. Learn more here.

Low FODMAP diets

A low FODMAP diet reduces or removes certain foods to cut down on specific sugar types and avoid tummy pain and discomfort. Learn more about FODMAPs here.

Rickets

Rickets is a bone disease, usually a result of low vitamin D levels, that causes soft and weak bones. It occurs in children and, occasionally, teenagers.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is important for your health and is gained from what you eat and drink each day. Learn about the sources of vitamin C and its recommended intake and vitamin C deficiency.

Ulcerative colitis

Ulcerative colitis is a bowel disease that causes inflammation and redness in the digestive tract. There is no cure, but treatment can help.

Crohn's disease

Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes painful swelling and redness inside the digestive tract.

Foods high in vitamin D

Vitamin D is essential for your body to absorb calcium properly and for healthy bones and muscles. Most vitamin D comes from sunlight, but it is also found in some foods. Learn here how to get enough vitamin D.

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a condition that affects the bones, causing them to become weak and fragile. Learn about it's treatment, management and prevention.

Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (B cell and T cell lymphoma)

Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system. Learn more here about how the symptoms, causes, complications and treatment.

Diarrhoea

Diarrhoea may last for just a few days, or it might be a sign of something more serious. Find out here about causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatments.

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Search results for: "Coeliac Disease"

Life stage

Coeliac disease and gluten intolerance

Dermatitis herpetiformis

Gastrointestinal illnesses

Gluten-free diet

Overview of autoimmune diseases

Autoimmune conditions

Bloating

Mouth sores and ulcers

Osteoporosis – a personal story

What causes lactose intolerance?

Vaginal bleeding

Turner syndrome

What causes iron deficiency?

Osteopaenia

Fatigue

Vitamin K deficiency

Underlying causes of diarrhoea

Foods high in magnesium

Vitamin A

Low FODMAP diets

Rickets

Vitamin C

Ulcerative colitis

Crohn's disease

Foods high in vitamin D

Osteoporosis

Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (B cell and T cell lymphoma)

Diarrhoea

Life stage

Coeliac disease and gluten intolerance

Dermatitis herpetiformis

Gastrointestinal illnesses

Gluten-free diet

Overview of autoimmune diseases

Autoimmune conditions

Bloating

Mouth sores and ulcers

Osteoporosis – a personal story

What causes lactose intolerance?

Vaginal bleeding

Turner syndrome

What causes iron deficiency?

Osteopaenia

Fatigue

Vitamin K deficiency

Underlying causes of diarrhoea

Foods high in magnesium

Vitamin A

Low FODMAP diets

Rickets

Vitamin C

Ulcerative colitis

Crohn's disease

Foods high in vitamin D

Osteoporosis

Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (B cell and T cell lymphoma)

Diarrhoea

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