Meaning of the word "celiac disease" in English

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celiac disease

US /ˈsiː.li.æk dɪˌziːz/
UK /ˈsiː.li.æk dɪˌziːz/
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Noun

a disease in which the small intestine is hypersensitive to gluten, leading to difficulty in digesting food

Example:
She was diagnosed with celiac disease after experiencing chronic digestive issues.
People with celiac disease must follow a strict gluten-free diet.