Pediatric Rheumatology Online Journal (Jun 2007)

Association between celiac sprue and cryopyrin associated autoinflammatory disorders: a case report

  • Shamansky Eric,
  • Chionuma Henry,
  • Edwards Susan,
  • Shaker Marcus,
  • Hoffman Hal M

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/1546-0096-5-12
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 5, no. 1
p. 12

Abstract

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Abstract Cryopyrin-associated diseases may be characterized by rashes, fever, and sensorineural deafness, while celiac disease may present with symptoms of malabsorption and fatigue. Arthritis is seen in both conditions. We report a young child with histologically diagnosed celiac disease and a cryopyrinopathy.