Treatment for Celiac Disease

Digestive Diseases

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There is no cure for celiac disease, but it is always and effectively treated by consumption of a gluten-free diet for life. With strict adherence to a gluten-free diet, it is possible to stop and even reverse damage to the intestine.

Eliminate Gluten

Eliminating gluten from one's diet may seem daunting at first, but there are many foods (containing flour of the following grains and vegetables) that are fine to eat, which include potato, corn, buckwheat, rice, bean, and soy.

Patients With Dermatitis Herpetiformis

For patients with dermatitis herpetiformis, in addition to not eating any foods with gluten, a drug called Dapsone (diamino-diphenyl sulfone) can help heal rashes. However, totally eliminating gluten from one's diet is always the treatment for every patient with celiac disease, whether or not there are skin complications.

Work With a Nutritionist

Working with a nutritionist who is knowledgeable about celiac disease is extremely important for newly diagnosed patients. Learning to check foods and medicines for gluten is vital; trained nutritionists are invaluable resources for helping patients with newly diagnosed CD. The Celiac Disease Center has expert nutritional services available for consultation.