The Celiac Disease, Thyroiditis, and TH-17 Cell Connection
Published on
October 1, 2011
Abstract
CELIAC DISEASE IS AN IMMUNE-MEDIATED DISORDER clinically characterized by a multitude of symptoms and complications. The comorbidity between celiac disease and other autoimmune disorders has been clearly established. Thyroiditis has been repeatedly associated with celiac disease. A highly significant association exist between celiac disease and autoimmune thyroiditis (Greaves’ disease and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis), as evidenced by elevated EMA antibodies (Anti Endomysial antibodies) in these thyroid conditions.