Gluten is the protein component in wheat, oats, rye and barley.
Diagnosis is made by intestinal biopsy .
The results can be a decrease in the absorption of sugars , fat and protein. This causes abnormal stools, due to the fermentation of undigested carbohydrates and excessive amounts of fat in the stool. Recommendations Therapy is to eliminate all gluten from the diet. This diet must be followed indefinitely. Strict adherence presents a challenge because gluten may be in the form of additives as a stabilizer or emulsifier.