Face, arm leg weakness. Neurological symptoms of celiac?

[Dominika]

Hi all.

 I was just recently diagnosed with celiac disease after having minor GI issues. However, I suffer from muscle numbness and weakness. It usually occurs in my left arm, leg and left side of my face. Sometimes, I even think my speech is slurred. Did anyone experienced this?

 

Thank you

[celiac sharon]

Uhhhhh, you told you doc about this?  I would be worried about TIA's first!  If that rules out, then have your B vitamins checked. B1 in particular is important for neurological function. But you can worry about that stuff AFTER you make sure you aren't having mini strokes, possibly working up to a big one. Am I scaring you yet? Good....go see your doctor right away. 

[boron]

I also think this is more likely a neurological (possibly brain) issue, because it it unilateral.

Celiac disease can be associated with malabsorption of B complex vitamins, which can cause numbness, but this would be likely bilateral.

I strongly suggest you to go to a doctor soon.

 

 

[GFinDC]

Hi Dominka,

You might be having symptoms of gluten ataxia.  It would be a good idea to read up on it.  Lack of B-vitamins are another possibility as previously mentioned.  It's definitely a good idea to see a doctor.  I suggest you write down your symptoms before going to the doctor.