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Celiac Disease After Childbirth (Puerperium)  

Diarrhea Complicating PuerperiumWhat Is The Puerperium Complicated by Celiac Disease?

[dropcap]C[/dropcap]eliac disease complicating puerperium is an adult manifestation of celiac disease that appears during the 6 weeks after delivery of a baby(ies). It is characterized by severe diarrhea in the newly delivered mother and results in malabsorption.

Ordinarily, celiac disease very rarely manifests during pregnancy or after childbirth possibly due to hormonal and immunological changes.

How Prevalent Is The Puerperium Complicated By Celiac Disease?

Edema, Small Intestinal: definition

Fluid accumulation within small intestinal mucosa resulting from inflammation that may cause abdominal pain and distention because of hampering peristalsis. Click Small Intestinal Edema for full description.