Still Elevated Antibodies

[LOS24]

I've been on the gluten free diet for 3 years. But my IGG-TTG antibodies are still very elevated at 50 (should be under 10). I am IGA deficient so that measure is not relevant.

The doctor says my blood levels should be normal by now. She suspects that I am still consuming some gluten, BUT I have been very strict and careful on my diet.

Is elevated IGG-TTG a sign of another condition? Could it be non-responsive or refractory celiac disease? Has anyone else had elevated antibodies even after being on a strict gluten-free diet?

Thanks!

[ravenwoodglass]

Gluten can be sneaky. Have you eliminated it from your toiletries, makeup, shampoos and such. Are you on any prescription or over the counter meds? How about supplements? All need to be checked with the makers. Generic drugs need to be checked with each refill as they can change binders at will. If you have pets gluten foods for them can cause issues. Do you avoid items with a strong chance of cross contamination? Do you eat out frequently? CC issues are always a possibility when eating out. Do you cook gluten foods for others in your household? Flour can stay airborne for a long time and when you breathe it in that can cause problems.

How symptomatic are you? Some of us have few symptoms when glutened and that can make it hard to pinpoint how gluten free we are.