People with Whipple disease may have complications caused by malnutrition, which is due to damaged villi in the small intestine. As a result of delayed diagnosis or treatment, people may experience the following complications in other areas of the body: - long-lasting nutritional deficiencies - heart and heart valve damage - brain damage A person with Whipple disease may experience a relapsea return of symptoms. Relapse can happen years after treatment and requires repeat treatments. 
What are the complications of Whipple Disease ?