High TTG IGG and Psoriasis

[Jenm072289]

I am new to the forum and have a couple questions I am hoping someone can help me with. I was referred to a Rheumatologist a couple months ago due to pain in multiple joints (hips, shoulders, knees, back, neck, ect.). After a physical exam the doctor determined that my joint pain was most likely caused by my many back and neck issues. I was given cortisone injections in my shoulders, blood was taken for testing, and I received a referral for MRI. Blood work showed a vitamin D deficiency and I was prescribed supplements a Celiac Panel was also done and showed high level of tTG IgG with everything else normal. Unfortunately a TtG IgA serum test was not done so I have no idea if I could be IgA deficient. While waiting for my blood tests I developed a rash on both elbows. I was worried once I received my celiac panel results that it could be DH so I decided to go to a dermatologist. They did do a biopsy unfortunately I had already been gluten free for 4 days at that point as my Rheumatologist had suggested. I was expecting a negative biopsy but was surprised when it came back positive for Psoriasis. Now my dermatologist wants me to go back to the Rheumatologist to rule out psoriatic arthritis because of the joint pain. I have continued with the gluten free diet as it has made me feel better and made my psoriasis improve and heal almost immediately. I guess now I am left wondering if I could have celiacs or if the positive tTG IgG is related to the autoimmune psoriasis. I am not really sure where to go from here and wondered if anyone had any advice. Thank you!

[Bree J]

I don't have much as far as advice, but I want you to know I'm in a similar situation. Although I don't have the means to visit many specialists right now, my (what I truly believe is) celiac causes psoriasis on my scalp and hands. I've been gluten intolerant for 4 years, but I think I've developed celiac, seeing as I am having new symptoms even while opting out of gluten. I think I'm still getting cross contaminants. 

I also have joint paint, like bad growing pains almost. 

Not much of a help, but I can relate, so at least you're not alone!

[Jenm072289]

Thank you Bree J! I am just so confused about the testing that has been done. I am planning to stay gluten free as it has been helping my symptoms. However I would like to know for sure if it is celiacs or not. Now I am scarred to ingest it again though as I fear it will cause my psoriasis to flair up again. I really don't want to have to feel self conscious all summer and cover up my skin. I was positive something autoimmune was going on though as I have a long family history of autoimmune disorders. It is nice to know I am not the only one with these symptoms though.