The Condition That Causes the Lining of the Small Intestine

question 14

Multiple Choice

The condition that causes the lining of the small intestine to flatten in response to gluten ingestion is

• A) GERD.
• B) gallstones.
• C) celiac disease.
• D) irritable bowel syndrome.

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Definitions:

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by an obsessive fear of gaining weight and a refusal to maintain a healthy body weight.

Impulsive

Acting on spontaneous desires and feelings without considering the consequences or the appropriateness of the action.

Eating Disorders

Severe disturbances in eating behavior characterized by preoccupation with weight and unhealthy efforts to control weight.

Prevalence

The proportion of a population found to have a particular condition or attribute at a specific time or over a specific period.