Symptoms of coeliac disease can affect any area of the body and can differ in type and severity between individuals.  Symptoms can be gut-related such as diarrhoea, constipation, stomach pain and bloating, as well as non gut-related symptoms including anaemia, tiredness and mouth ulcers. Classic symptoms to look out for in babies and young children include a bloated tummy, irritability and faltering growth or a change in their growth pattern.
Undiagnosed and untreated coeliac disease can lead to health complications in children such as growth problems, delayed puberty, iron-deficiency anaemia and fatigue so it is important to get your child tested* if they are experiencing any symptoms associated with the condition.
*It is necessary to continue to consume gluten regularly throughout the diagnosis process.