The cornea and lens are also responsible for focusing incoming light on to the retina to create a clear image. To work properly, the cornea needs to be perfectly curved, like the surface of a football. However, in astigmatism the cornea is shaped irregularly, like the surface of a rugby ball.
Celiac disease. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease in which people canât eat gluten because it will damage their small intestine. If you have celiac disease and eat foods with gluten, your immune system responds by damaging the small intestine. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley.
Celiac Disease Foundation. Associated Autoimmune Disorders, Conditions, and Cancers. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder. People with one autoimmune disorder are prone to getting other autoimmune disorders. For people with celiac disease, the later the age of diagnosis, the greater the chance of developing another autoimmune disorder. Other serious conditions and some cancers are also associated with celiac disease, though following a strict, gluten-free diet may decrease cancer risk.