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My EMA IgA Ab came back positive at 1:80.

Negative is <1:5.

Since it's 100% specific, I guess I have celiac.

My question is - will I need to have a gluten free household?

DH is gonna freak out if he can't have gluten either.

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My EMA IgA Ab came back positive at 1:80.

Negative is <1:5.

Since it's 100% specific, I guess I have celiac.

My question is - will I need to have a gluten free household?

DH is gonna freak out if he can't have gluten either.

No, you do not need to have a gluten-free household but it can become problematic if you have children, for obvious reasons. My husband has his gluten containing foods right next to mine in the pantry but his and mine are all stored in plastic containers, so there is no fear of CC. He is very careful about wiping up his gluten crumbs when he makes sandwiches and has his own gluten toaster. That is one thing you will have to do...very important. I would never expect my husband to go gluten-free for me, even though he did for awhile. He is really good about it though and will do whatever I request to remain healthy. As long as your hubby has a good attitude about it and is careful, you will do fine.

I would suggest reading Dr. Peter Green's book.....Celiac Disease: A Hidden Epidemic. It really explains the ins and outs of this disease and what you need to do to avoid being glutened. Many people do not agree with his information because they believe you need to have a 100% gluten-free household, including skin care products and make-up but I have found this not to be true for me. If you learn the correct way and are vigilant, it can be done very successfully. As you were diagnosed through blood work like myself, it will be very easy to see if your lifestyle is working....any gluten you consume will show up in your repeat testing. We are lucky...it can be proven scientifically!

I wish you luck...this is really not a bad thing at all. You do not have to go without just because you are gluten-free! However, I hope you like to cook. :D

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