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First GI Appointment -- What do I ask, request?

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Hello! 

I have my first post-diagnosis GI appointment on Friday.  I was diagnosed with celiac disease via blood test, and DH.  

What tests do I request? What do I ask?  

I don't know enough to know what to ask.  

Thank you!

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At this point it would be a good idea to request a check of your blood vitamin/mineral levels, especially: "Specifically, for vitamin A, 7.5% of patients showed deficient levels, for vitamin B6 14.5%, folic acid 20%, and vitamin B12 19%. Likewise, 67% of celiac patients showed zinc deficiency, 46% showed decreased iron storage, and 32% had anaemia."

 

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Thank you so much!  I've started a list, and was so frustrated with my regular physician because he wouldn't order any of the tests.  I'm so thankful I found this website--so much gratitude for you!!🥰

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check thyroid function

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Yes, it may also make sense to check your liver enzymes, as well as thyroid function, as celiac disease can cause issues with both.

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