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Atypical neurological involvement associated with celiac disease
H A Hanagasi1, E Gürol, H A Sahin
1Department of Neurology, Behavioural Neurology and Movement Disorders Unit, Istanbul Medical School, Istanbul University, Istanbul, Turkey.
European Journal of Neurology
|August 18, 2001
Summary
Celiac disease can cause rare neurological symptoms like gait problems and involuntary muscle jerks. This case highlights the diverse ways celiac disease may affect the nervous system.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Gastroenterology
- Immunology
Background:
- Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten ingestion.
- Neurological manifestations are increasingly recognized but often atypical.
Observation:
- A 31-year-old woman presented with unexplained gait disorder.
- She also experienced stimulus-induced myoclonus and abnormal eye movements.
Findings:
- The patient was diagnosed with celiac disease.
- Her neurological symptoms were attributed to this autoimmune condition.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering celiac disease in patients with unexplained neurological deficits.
- Early diagnosis and treatment of celiac disease may potentially improve neurological outcomes.