Red Line Rash? Swollen, red knuckles?

JustMe123 · February 15, 2016

Hi Everyone, I've noticed sometimes when I have gluten, I develop red scratch like lines on my inner forearm and at times on my legs. Sometimes the knuckle on my pointer fingers get very red and swollen as well. Just wondering if anyone else has experienced similar rashes? I haven't had DH but believe these symptoms are related to gluten.

Any any direction will be greatly appreciated!

Thank you!

manasota · February 15, 2016

I have had countless and varied rashes come and go since being diagnosed with Celiac. Dermatologists have not been helpful for me. Still, your best bet is to at least see a dermatologist and find out about yours.

Maybe they can help you! Good luck!

davenbacker · February 26, 2016

I did once have a weird Open Original Shared Link near my knuckle for several weeks, with associated joint pain (same finger on the other hand also had pain, but didn't have the weird lump). Doctor didn't know what it was, but I'm fairly sure it was celiac-related or at least autoimmune. Went away with time, clean diet, and prescription steroid cream. That said, it wasn't anything like DH. I also haven't heard of red lines as a celiac rash, but there are so many different symptoms of celiac it's hard to say.

I agree with manasota; you should see a dermatologist.