coeliac
/ˈsiːliˌæk/
adjective
- Relating to the abdomen or the small intestine, especially in connection with a disease that makes it hard to digest gluten.
- She follows a strict gluten-free diet because of her coeliac condition.
- The doctor diagnosed him with coeliac disease after several tests.
- Many coeliac patients experience stomach pain after eating bread or pasta.
noun
- A person who has coeliac disease and cannot eat gluten.
- The restaurant offers a special menu for coeliacs.
- As a coeliac, she always checks food labels for hidden gluten.
- He joined a support group for coeliacs to share recipes and tips.