Disorders of the mouth that are characterized by alterations in and sores of the mucosal lining of the mouth resulting from contact with gluten in food and any of the following nutrient deficiencies: iron, omega-3…
A metabolic bone disease characterized by decalcification and softening of bones with bone cyst formation and bone tumors developing from effects of a parathyroid adenoma (tumor). Click for full description.
A metabolic bone disorder characterized by generalized reduction in bone density (bone softening) in adults and increased risk of fractures, especially wrist and pelvis, with muscular weakness of upper arms and thighs, waddling walk, and…
A painful bone disorder caused by death of bone cells resulting from insufficient blood flow to a part of the skeleton due to secondary hyperparathyroidism from calcium deficiency. Click for full description.
A metabolic bone disorder characterized by diminished bone mass (density) with retention of normal cell appearance, but fragile strength, and high bone turnover caused by deficiency of calcium and vitamin D in particular and other…
Impaired pancreatic ability to produce adequate enzymes to digest fats, proteins and carbohydrates entering the small intestine that causes persistently impaired nutrient assimilation and malnutrition. Click for full description.
A rare malignancy involving overactive parathyroid glands characterized by asymptomatic hypercalcemia (elevated blood calcium level) in most patients, suppressed serum parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels, and renal failure in some. Click for full description.
Lack of ability to absorb penicillin V from the small intestine due to intestinal inflammation in celiac disease. Click for full description.
Damage to one or more peripheral nerves characterized by impaired nerve transmission causing burning, tingling or numbness of hands and feet and resulting from any of these nutrient deficiencies: folate, niacin (B3), thiamin (B1), pyridoxine (B6),…
A malignant growth of cells in the pharynx (throat) that is a major complication of celiac disease, developing as a consequence of gluten exposure and deficiencies of selenium, vitamin E and possibly, omega-3 fatty acids.…