Jump to content

  • Welcome to Celiac.com!

    You have found your celiac tribe! Join us and ask questions in our forum, share your story, and connect with others.



  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A1):

    Celiac.com Sponsor (A1-M):

  • Get Celiac.com Updates:
    Support Our Content
    eNewsletter
    Donate

celiac disease,cerebral palsy,finger tip numbness

Lisa Millett

By Lisa Millett
in Coping with Celiac Disease

Recommended Posts

Lisa Millett Newbie
Lisa Millett
Posted

I have cerebral palsy and celiac disease and in the last 6 months or so i have developed numbness in my finger tips i also have eczema but it has calmed down are these 4 things related and if so what if anything can i do to reduce these symptoms, effects? if so what?

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):


GFinDC Veteran
GFinDC
Posted

Hi Lisa,

Welcome to the forum! :)

Your symptoms could have a relation to celiac disease.  Celiac disease can cause malabsorption of nutrients, so you may be low on some vitamins your body needs to function well.  Celiac can also cause a condition called gluten ataxia, which is damage to the brain that results in difficulty walking and controlling muscles.  Celiac can also cause skin rashes known as dermatitis herpetiformis.  Celiac is a very versatile disease and likes to hit all the bases sometimes.  There are hundreds of possible symptoms of celiac disease and quite a few related/associated conditions.  Many of the symptoms have no relation to the digestive system.

There is a lot to learn about celiac disease and this is a good place to learn it.  Feel free to ask questions!

Ennis-TX Grand Master
Ennis-TX
Posted

I have the gluten ataxia issues also, even tiny CC below 20ppm is noticeably as I start dropping stuff like crazy, and can grab hot things and not realize it. I had to get a temperature control mug 2 years ago cause I could not tell I was drinking stuff over 170F when brewing tea. Heck I can on a bad day reach in the oven and take out a pan and not even feel the heat. -_- the calluses this as caused. 
Anyway nerve damage is the slowest to heal and in my experience the most sensitive to gluten, even below FDA standards for gluten free. I have found taking extra B vitamins like Neurological Support and Stress & Energy from Liquid health along with magnesium and a few others things seem to help a tad. I started taking bilsberry extract years ago as it was supposed to boost the blood flow in capillaries and help healing.  Also make sure you getting plenty of fats. With the nerve issues you have to focus on supplementing with foods your body needs more for them.

Other thoughts for numbness, check your blood sugar, diabetes goes hand in hand with celiac. It could be early signs so be careful,

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.

Go to topic listing
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A19):

  • Member Statistics

    • Total Members
      132,881
    • Most Online (within 30 mins)
      7,748
    Lizzy12
    Newest Member
    Lizzy12
    Joined
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A20):
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A22):

  • Forum Statistics

    • Total Topics
      121.5k
    • Total Posts
      1m
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A21):

  • Upcoming Events

  • Posts

    • LovintheGFlife
      Traveling gluten-free in Ireland

      By LovintheGFlife · Posted

      Of all the countries I have visited in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, I have found eating out in Ireland to be the safest for celiacs. Most restaurants have all allergens (up to 14 different ones) identified on their menus, including wheat and gluten. I have found staff at restaurants to be very knowledgeable regarding gluten and cross-contamination compared to most other countries. Restaurant staff (including management) in Ireland even tried dissuading me from eating some items labeled 'gluten-free' on the menu, fearing that there could be risk of minuscule cross-contamination. Many of the hotels have fresh baked gluten-free breads, pastries, and cakes at their breakfast buffet, something unheard of in most U.S hotels. These are clearly labeled and well separated from gluten-containing items. There are also quite a few gluten-free desserts to satisfy one's sweet tooth.  With everything said and done, the meats and dairy products are simply delicious and worth trying. Overall, I would give dining out in Ireland five stars for celiac safety and quality.
    • trents
      Burning Sensation in the small intestine

      By trents · Posted

      No, I meant two years ago when you had your most recent upper GI scope.
    • pilber309
      Burning Sensation in the small intestine

      By pilber309 · Posted

      yes it was very notable during the pre diagnosis of coeliacs in fact it was all the time.
    • trents
      Burning Sensation in the small intestine

      By trents · Posted

      And you were experiencing this burning sensation back then?
    • Avi Salmon
      Introduction

      By Avi Salmon · Posted

      Hello everyone, I am a young adult living with both Celiac disease and achalasia. I am looking for some inspiration to start raising awareness for people with Celiac disease on instagram. Please reach out to me if you have any tips and ideas on what is important to share to the world. 
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

NOTICE: This site places This site places cookies on your device (Cookie settings). on your device. Continued use is acceptance of our Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.