Timing Of Onset Of Symptoms

[MrsM]

I am a long-term lurker, first time poster. I have gotten a lot of valuable information from this site since going gluten-free almost a year ago. After years of unexplained health problems (GI, rash, canker sores, brain fog, etc.), I am finally healthy (most of my symptoms were gone within a few days of going gluten-free). I do not know if I have celiac disease. My question has to do with the timing of the onset of my symptoms. I accidentally ate some gluten recently, but I did not notice any GI symptoms for about 2 days, then I had a burning sensation, cramping, and D. Does anyone else have such a long delay between eating gluten and the start of GI symptoms? It sounds like most people have a reaction right away. Thanks.

[queenofhearts]

I can't tell you personally, since I don't yet get clear reactions, but I've certainly read many posts that mention a delayed reaction. Your story definitely indicates Celiac or at the least gluten sensitivity.

Leah

[Lisa]

Hello and Welcome:

Reaction widely varies between people. When I was sick, reaction was about a half-hour. I was housebound for about two months.

August 15th is my one years gluten free anniversary. So, now, if I get glutened accidentally or cc, it takes about 24 hours for me to react.

Sorry, this probably wasn't much help. Others will post as well.

Lisa

[jerseyangel]

Yes, reaction times vary from person to person. Some get sick immediately, others, hours or days later. 2 days is not unusual at all.

Welcome--glad you deceided to post

[MrsM]

Hi Leah, Lisa, and Patty, Thanks for responding! Good to know that 2 days is not unusual. -MrsM

[oceangirl]

Hi Leah, Lisa, and Patty, Thanks for responding! Good to know that 2 days is not unusual. -MrsM

I would agree- sometimes it's a few days later, so HARD to pinpoint offending thing! Good luck!

lisa