Abdul Halim Abdul Jalil is a renowned paediatrician serving at KPJ Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital, Ampang. With an experience of 46 years, he specializes in the treatment of cholestatic jaundice during infancy, organ-specific peptides, and the treatment of genetic and chromosomal disorders with foetal precursor stem cells. He is well-versed with the knowledge of epigenetics behavioural and developmental problems of infancy and childhood. Dr. Abdul Halim Abdul Jalil is an esteemed member of Malaysian Association of Maternal and Neonatal Health, International Association for Maternal and Neonatal Health, and Commonwealth Association for Mental Handicap and Developmental Disabilities. His education qualification includes MBBS from Malaysia and Diploma in Child Health from the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons. He was appointed as Medical Officer in the Ministry of Health and later to the Paediatric Department of the University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur.
Celiac Disease
It is also referred as gluten-sensitive enteropathy or celiac sprue. It is an immune reaction that occurs on eating gluten that is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. Eating gluten triggers the immune response in your small intestine. With time, this reaction tends to damage the small intestine's lining and hinders it from absorbing some nutrients. The intestinal damage can cause diarrhoea, bloating, fatigue, weight loss, and anaemia and may lead to serious complications. Malabsorption can affect growth and development in children causing the symptoms in adults. There is no permanent cure for celiac disease. Most people follow a strict gluten-free diet that helps manage symptoms and promote intestinal healing.
Symptoms
· Abdominal pain
· Nausea and vomiting
· Constipation
· Diarrhoea
· Fatigue
· Weight loss
· Bloating and gas
· Anaemia
· Bone softening or loss of bone density
· Itchy and blistery skin rash
· Mouth ulcers
· Headaches and fatigue
· Nervous system injury that includes numbness and tingling in the feet and hands, problems with balance, and cognitive impairment
· Joint pain
· Reduced functioning of the spleen
Symptoms In Children
- Nausea and vomiting
- Chronic diarrhoea
- Swollen belly
- Constipation
- Damage to tooth enamel
- Weight loss
- Anaemia
- Irritability
- Gas
- Pale, foul-smelling stools
- Failure to thrive for infants
- Short stature
- Delayed puberty
- Neurological symptoms like attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, learning disabilities, headaches, lack of muscle coordination, and seizures
Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Gluten intolerance may lead to very itchy and blistering skin disease. The rash mostly appears on the elbows, knees, torso, scalp, and buttocks. This is often related to changes within the lining of the tiny intestine just like those of disorder. The skin condition won't cause digestive symptoms.
Conclusion
If you feel diarrhoea or digestive discomfort that lasts for more than two weeks visit your doctor. Consult a child specialist if the child is pale, irritable, or failing to grow. You can consult Dr. Abdul Halim Abdul Jalil one of the best Paediatrician in Malaysia. You can meet him at KPJ Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital.
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