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Accurate Testing and Clear Gluten-Free Care for Celiac Disease
Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition in which eating gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, triggers the immune system to damage the lining of the small intestine. This damage keeps the body from absorbing nutrients properly and can affect the whole body, not just the gut.
It develops in genetically susceptible people when gluten sets off an abnormal immune response. Celiac disease runs in families and is more common in people who have other autoimmune conditions, such as type 1 diabetes and thyroid disease.
Symptoms can include diarrhea, bloating, gas, abdominal pain, and weight loss, but also non-digestive signs like fatigue, anemia, bone loss, and an itchy rash. Untreated celiac disease can lead to nutrient deficiencies and other autoimmune problems. See a gastroenterologist if you have ongoing symptoms after eating gluten, unexplained anemia, or a strong family history.
At Shaya Digestive & Liver Clinic, evaluation begins with a detailed discussion of symptoms, diet, medical history, medications, and lifestyle factors. Diagnostic evaluation may include:
Comprehensive Medical History
Understanding symptom patterns often provides valuable clues.
Blood Testing
Laboratory studies may help identify:
H. pylori Testing
Testing may be recommended when stomach-related symptoms are present.
SIBO Breath Testing
Used to evaluate bacterial overgrowth within the small intestine.
Colonoscopy
May be recommended depending on age, symptoms, family history, and risk factors.
Upper Endoscopy (EGD)
Can help evaluate reflux, gastritis, ulcers, and upper digestive tract disorders.
Dr. Saranya Addepally is a board-certified gastroenterologist with six years of clinical experience, treating a broad range of digestive and liver conditions. She is especially passionate about women’s GI health—areas where patients often feel overlooked or hesitant to seek care.
Her medical journey began in India, where she completed her training before moving to the United States to pursue advanced education in medicine and Gastroenterology at the University of Arkansas.
After several years in practice, she relocated to Houston to continue serving patients in the community. Following two years with a local group, she established her own practice, grounded in the principles and core values she believes are essential to delivering thoughtful, patient-centered care.
It is an autoimmune condition in which gluten damages the lining of the small intestine, causing symptoms and poor nutrient absorption.
No. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease that damages the gut. Gluten intolerance or sensitivity causes symptoms without the same immune damage.
No. You should keep eating gluten until testing is complete, because going gluten-free first can hide the diagnosis.
A strict gluten-free diet controls celiac disease and lets the gut heal, but it must be followed for life. There is no other cure.
Yes. It can cause anemia, fatigue, bone loss, skin rash, and other issues, and is linked to other autoimmune conditions.
Close relatives are at higher risk and should be tested if they have symptoms, since celiac disease runs in families.
The core treatment for celiac disease is a strict, lifelong gluten-free diet. After confirming your diagnosis, your gastroenterologist and dietitian build a plan that may include:
At Shaya Digestive & Liver Clinic, we provide:
There is no single “quick fix” for celiac disease, but a gluten-free diet keeps it fully controlled. Get tested before removing gluten on your own, since going gluten-free first can hide the diagnosis. At Shaya Digestive & Liver Clinic we focus on accurate diagnosis and practical support. To stay healthy:
Offering Fast Track GI appointments
Specialized Gastroenterology Appointments Within 3–5 Business Days
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