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Celiac And Porphyrins

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thelittlethings Newbie
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If you have Celiac Disease and you eat gluten will that elevate your porphyrin levels? I just got diagnosed with celiacs and just got lab results back. The lady who called me was just a receptionist and knew nothing about medical so she couldn't answer any questions. I don't go to the doctor for eight more days and I am really freaked out. She said my porphyrin levels are elevated. So I was wondering if Celiac causes this? Or if it's more likely that I have porphyria. I am scared. Any help?

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sam8veggies Newbie
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Could you define porphyrins for us? Then it might be easier to answer and help. :)

thelittlethings Newbie
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Porphyrins are complex molecules in the body that combine with iron to produce heme, which is responsible for giving blood its red color and combines with globin to form hemoglobin. Besides delivering oxygen through the body

ravenwoodglass Mentor
ravenwoodglass
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Can you call your doctor's office back and ask to talk to a nurse? Tell them your freaked out and what your concerns are. I think a call back to a nurse might set your mind at ease.

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