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  1. Scott Adams
    It’s completely understandable to feel confused and anxious—colonoscopy prep can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re already dealing with symptoms like loose stools and elevated inflammation markers (that high calprotectin and CRP definitely warrant further investigation!). Regarding the senna tablets: The warning about avoiding senna with IBD (...
  2. Scott Adams
    Great question! Wheat straw dishes are typically made from the stalks of wheat plants (which are naturally gluten-free) combined with a binding resin. While the straw itself shouldn’t contain gluten, the safety depends on how the product is processed. Some manufacturers may use wheat-based binders or process the straw in facilities that handle gluten, creating c...
  3. Scott Adams
    I’m so sorry you’ve been struggling for so long without the answers or relief you deserve. It’s incredibly frustrating to have a celiac diagnosis yet still face debilitating symptoms, especially after decades of strict gluten-free living. Your history of chronic health issues—SIBO, food allergies, recurrent infections, and now potential complications like ne...
  4. Scott Adams
    Since you have a confirmed celiac disease diagnosis alongside severe IgA deficiency, consulting an immunologist is a reasonable step to better understand the implications of your immune status. While many IgA-deficient individuals remain asymptomatic, the deficiency can occasionally be linked to increased susceptibility to infections, autoimmune conditions...
  5. Scott Adams
    I've spoken to the founder of GliadinX and you that would be a good approach--but I'm assuming you're eating gluten-free options and worried about cross-contamination. I do this myself when eating in restaurants and traveling. If you know you accidently eat a lot of gluten you can safely ramp up the dosage and take 4 or 5, according to my conversations.
  6. Scott Adams
    More information about "Gluten-Free Tamarind Ginger Sinigang with Coconut Milk"
    Celiac.com 05/31/2025 - Sinigang, the beloved Filipino sour soup, has been warming homes for generations. Traditionally made with tamarind as its signature souring agent, this comforting dish varies by region—some versions use green m...
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    Good point, as thyroid conditions are more common in those with celiac disease: https://www.celiac.com/celiac-disease/celiac-disease-amp-related-diseases-and-disorders/thyroid-pancreatic-disorders-and-celiac-disease/
  9. Scott Adams
    @DebD5 it sounds like you are in the super sensitive celiac disease zone--and if so your reactions are real, and not psychological, as your doctor implied. It's also possible you have other dietary triggers so be sure to look at that article in my last post in this thread.
  10. Scott Adams
    More information about "Understanding the Link Between Type 1 Diabetes and Celiac Disease in Children"
    Celiac.com 05/29/2025 - Children with type 1 diabetes (T1D) face a higher risk of developing celiac disease (CD) compared to the general population. Diagnosing celiac disease in these children can be challenging because symptoms are often...
  11. Scott Adams
    Wishing you lots of luck--let us know how it turns out!
  12. Scott Adams
    Parent-to-parent, I hear your exhaustion and worry loud and clear – what you’re describing goes far beyond typical toddler troubles. Your daughter’s screaming night pain, terrible bloating, stalled growth, and constant infections are textbook red flags for celiac disease or another serious gluten-related condition. While her blood test came back negative, ther...
  13. Scott Adams
    You can search this site for prescriptions medications, but will need to know the manufacturer/maker if there is more than one, especially if you use a generic version of the medication: To see the ingredients you will need to click on the correct version of the medication and maker in the results, then scroll down to "Ingredients and Appearance"...
  14. Scott Adams
    Your situation is actually more common than many realize, and while confusing, there are logical explanations for your test results. The key points are that your biopsy showing villous blunting and increased lymphocytes does indicate intestinal damage typically seen in celiac disease, despite your negative blood tests. This phenomenon is known as seronegative...
  15. Scott Adams
    This article might be helpful. It breaks down each type of test, and what a positive results means in terms of the probability that you might have celiac disease. One test that always needs to be done is the IgA Levels/Deficiency Test (often called "Total IGA") because some people are naturally IGA deficient, and if this is the case, then certain blood tests...
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    Let us know how things turn out.
  17. Scott Adams
    I give this advice to everyone who is considering quitting their job: always try to line up a new job before you quit. Why? Because it's easier to find a job when you have one--unemployment for a stretch of time can be hard to explain, especially if the period of unemployment is prolonged. Also, unless you're independently wealthy or have family support,...
  18. Scott Adams
    More information about "Gluten-Free Lumpiang Sariwa (Fresh Spring Rolls)"
    Celiac.com 05/28/2025 - Lumpiang Sariwa, or "fresh spring rolls," traces its origins to Chinese influence on Filipino cuisine during centuries of trade. Unlike its fried counterpart, this delicate version celebrates fresh, crisp vegetables...
  19. Scott Adams
    It’s great that you’ve scheduled a doctor’s appointment to address your symptoms, especially given your family history of autoimmune diseases, including celiac disease. Your symptoms—such as stomach pain, chronic diarrhea, nausea after gluten consumption, joint pain, and headaches—do align with common signs of celiac disease, so it’s definitely worth discu...
  20. Scott Adams
    Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS) is not a common symptom of celiac disease, but there can be occasional overlap—particularly in children. Celiac disease typically presents with symptoms like chronic diarrhea, abdominal pain, fatigue, and nutrient deficiencies, while CVS is marked by repeated, intense vomiting episodes separated by periods of normal health. ...
  21. Scott Adams
    First, be sure to eat tons of gluten in the two weeks leading up to the endoscopy--like 4 slices of wheat bread a day. Talk to your doctor about when to go gluten-free, but normally you can do so after all tests are done.
  22. Scott Adams
    More information about "Gluten-Free Breakfast Options: Dunkin' Donuts vs. Starbucks (+Video)"
    Celiac.com 05/27/2025 - For people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, finding safe breakfast options at popular coffee chains can be tricky. Cross-contamination is a major concern, and menu items frequently change. This guide compares...
  23. Scott Adams
    I understand your concern—gluten sensitivity and cross-contamination can be really tricky to navigate. Since coconut water is naturally gluten-free, the lack of a label might just mean Costco hasn’t gone through the certification process, not necessarily that it’s unsafe. However, if their facility also handles gluten-containing products, cross-contamination could...
  24. Scott Adams
    I totally get it—the mental back-and-forth is exhausting! After the letdown of 2017, it makes sense to brace for another "false alarm," but this time really is different. That pasta the night before? Unlikely to cause such high TTG-IGA/EMA results (those antibodies build up over weeks/months, not overnight), but it does mean your immune system is actively r...
  25. Scott Adams
    It’s completely understandable to feel anxious and doubtful, especially after previous negative results despite ongoing symptoms. Your current bloodwork—with a TTG-IGA of 152.6 (vs. <15) and a positive EMA (1:10)—is significantly more concerning for celiac disease than your 2017 results. While your EMA titer isn’t as high as some others report, it’s s...
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