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Fiddles Newbie
Fiddles
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Hi there!

I'm recently diagnosed with celiac.  I've been having stomach issues for a few months and thought I was imagining things when nothing was coming up on bloodwork.  Finally doctor ordered specific celiac bloodwork and my numbers were ridiculously high.  As of last Wednesday I've gone gluten free.  It's been quite the adjustment as I'm also T1 diabetes (diagnosed as an adult 3 years ago).  I'm trying to stay positive with the diagnosis but it's been pretty tough.  I look forward to all the help I will be getting here.

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Welcome to the board. Be sure to read the newbie 101 thread at the top of the Coping section as it will have a lot of good info for you. Try to go with mostly whole foods to start as it will aid in healing. You may even find being gluten free helps with your control of your diabetes. We have a few members here who have both so be sure to post any questions you have and hopefully someone will be able to help. It is an adjustment and there can be ups and downs to start so don't get discouraged if you have a few slip ups with the diet. I hope you are feeling much better soon.

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