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.…
Abnormal blood level indicates malnutrition. Click for full description.
A malignant, proliferation of lymphocytes preceded by lymphadenopathy and characterized by varying, less predictable spread than Hodgkin’s disease. Click for full description.
Malignancies that arise in lymphatic tissue outside the intestinal tract. Click for full description.
A blood cell disorder characterized by altered blood cell formation resulting in abnormally large erythrocytes (red blood cells) circulating in the bloodstream. Click for full description.
An enzyme disorder characterized by altered pancreatic amylase bound with blood proteins, commonly IgA and/or IgA antibodies, producing an abnormally large complex called macroamylase that builds up in the blood because the kidneys cannot excrete…
A cutaneous malignancy (cancer) with rapid invasion and metastasis (spread) characterized by growth from melanocytes (pigment containing skin cells) appearing as a new mole or enlarging from an exisiting mole, changing shape, size or color.…
A menstrual disorder in girls characterized by abnormal delay of menstruation (periods) that is a symptom of celiac disease involving deficiencies of omega-6 fatty acids and cholesterol, features of malnutrition. Click for full description.