I've done a bad thing

[Courts]

Hello everyone,

I understand that what I've done is wrong

I was diagnosed with coeliac disease last year. Since then I've had some minor hiccups where I occasionally eat gluten. 

 

I have always had minimal side effects, such as light cramping or a headache.

 

I have gone on a all inclusive holiday and the temptation has been too much. I have eat exclusively gluten since Wednesday. 

 

I started off having a slight bad head, but that has since basically disappeared.

 

I have just woken up feeling incredibly sick and vomited a decent amount, still feeling sick.

 

I am looking for advice whether people think that my body may have become more intolerant to gluten, or of its probably not related to me eating gluten.

 

Sorry if this is a dim question, I know I shouldn't eat gluten even occasionally, as a 25 Yr old it's been tricky to try and navigate a gluten free lifestyle.

 

Any input would be appreciated

 

Thank you

[knitty kitty]

@Courts,

You did something unwise.  But we learn from mistakes.

Unless you are on a cruise ship and the entire crew and passengers are all sick with a stomach bug, I would say it's the gluten causing problems.  

Our immune systems stay geared up for about two years from the last time one has consumed gluten.  All the antibody-producing cells are still on watch in case gluten returns.  When gluten does return, they launch an attack that can produce symptoms worse than before you went gluten free.  

I understand how difficult the gluten free diet can be when we are seemingly surrounded by the stuff.  Do be strong and resist the temptation to indulge in gluten.  

Some of our members were much older when diagnosed and have a laundry list of medical condition precipitated by uncontrolled Celiac Disease and nutritional deficiencies.  You don't want to end up with such a list yourself. 

Consider supplementing with the eight essential B vitamins.  Thiamine Vitamin B 1 is good for relieving nausea, vomiting, and headaches.  

Hope you feel better quickly!  

[Scott Adams]

I agree, and some people get much stronger reactions to gluten after going gluten-free for a while, so it could definitely be the gluten. With a bit of planning you should be able to vacation gluten-free.