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My son is 18 and has Down syndrome. I just got the call today his biopsy confirmed celiac disease.

He has been out of school all Dec. and Jan. I have to get him back into school.

For job training at school he works at McDonalds wiping tables and picking up trays.(I know stereotypical job.) Do I have to worry about him being contaminated with gluten at this job?

When he goes back to school I have to know if he can go back to this job too.

Thanks,

Karol mom to Billy

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As long as he is able to understand about gluten, he should be fine. He will have to know that he must be careful around burger buns and such and wash his hands often, keep them away from his face. 3 of my sons started out at Burger King, one later became the manager of a McDonalds. No shame in working there. ;)

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As long as Billy keeps in mind to only eat his food (it's hard to remember right away) and to wash his hands a lot/wear gloves and not touch his mouth while working he should be fine. If his co-workers/teachers/classmates know of his Celiac Disease and are helpful they can help make sure he does not get sick, too, by not offering him gluten food and just being supportive. Good luck Karol and Billy!

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