Pain/Discomfort in left side of ribs

[Miss Johnson]

I have already been diagnosed with Celiac disease, but wasn’t sure if this is linked to it. On and off for the last month I have had pains in my lower ribs (predominantly on the left side). It is a cross between pain and discomfort, as if something is digging into my side. Neither painkillers nor a heat pack has helped and it is becoming unbearable ?. I am currently not on a gluten free diet as we struggle to find any cheap enough. Does anyone know if this is a flare-up and if so, how I can deal with it?

[Scott Adams]

Certainly if you've been diagnosed with celiac disease and are still eating gluten this could be caused by that. Of course it could be other things as well, and you should consult with your doctor about this. The first step after getting a celiac disease diagnosis would be to go on a 100% gluten-free diet. It does not have to be expensive.

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[cyclinglady]

Gluten free does not need to be expensive.  If you are looking for gluten free processed foods like bread or cookies, then yes.  It is certainly more expensive. 

You should be able to find dried beans, rice, vegetables, fruit, meats, nuts, fish, eggs (dairy should be avoided if you find that you are lactose intolerant).  

I hope you feel better soon.  It sounds like you need to go gluten free.  I wish there was an easier way, but there is not.  Know that you are at a higher risk for cancer and developing other autoimmune diseases, anemia and osteoporosis.  Know that celiac disease is genetic and your family members should be screened.  

I wish you well.