celiemia

/sɪliˈækɪmɪə/ or /sɛliˈækɪmɪə/

Definitions

1. noun

A medical condition in which there is an abnormal presence of the immune system’s reaction to gluten in the blood, leading to symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss.

“The doctor diagnosed her with celiacemia after ruling out other possibilities.”

Synonyms

  • gluten intolerance
  • nontropical sprue

Antonyms

  • healthy gut reaction
  • normal immunoglobulin levels