Gluten-sensitive enteropathy, or celiac disease, is an immune system reaction to a particular protein found in some foods. A. John Yazdi, MD, with Pediatric Gastroenterology of Colorado Springs in Colorado Springs, Colorado, helps his patients and their families understand how and why eating gluten causes a problem for children with celiac disease, along with ways to avoid it. If you suspect your child has celiac disease, make an appointment now to see Dr. Yazdi and get a proper diagnosis and comprehensive treatment plan.

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