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What happens if celiac disease goes untreated?

I am a 45 year old male. I was diagnosed with celiac disease. What happens if celiac disease goes untreated?

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There is a wide spectrum of disease in celiac. Many patients have no symptoms and have no long term consequences. For more severe cases, there can be complications with nutrient deficiencies, weight loss and even cancer risk.
Untreated celiac disease can lead to complications.