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  1. Scott Adams
    Some people report that using Ben-Gay cream helps.
  2. Scott Adams
    I don't think NCGS is temporary, and is likely a lifelong condition, although this hasn't been determined yet.
  3. Scott Adams
    This sounds a lot like what my doctor said ~27 years ago...it's amazing that many doctors haven't moved beyond this vary narrow advice. A proper consultation warning you of the risks involved if you continue eating gluten would be the proper way for them to handle this. Back when I was diagnosed there was less overall knowledge about the risks, but now there...
  4. Scott Adams
    Sure, have you been eating ~2 slices worth of wheat bread or equivalent for the last couple of weeks? This is required before an endoscopy for celiac disease. Let us know how it goes!
  5. Scott Adams
    Interesting...can you share the brand?
  6. Scott Adams
    There are other causes of steatorrhea, but to me it seems like you are on the right track for the cause of yours. Relief of your various symptoms after going gluten-free is considered to be one of the main methods that doctors still use to confirm a diagnosis of celiac disease, and this may be the current best way to diagnose NCGS. This article has more info...
  7. Scott Adams
    Good article! It illustrates the many symptoms that can be caused by celiac disease due to malabsorption, which makes it so hard to diagnose.
  8. Scott Adams
    It definitely sounds like a nutrient deficiency to me, possibly low magnesium. Are you taking a good multi-vitamin/minerals? You might try getting some magnesium citrate (Costco) and taking it with food. Note that your body may need to adjust to it, as it can cause IBS symptoms in some people, but usually it goes away after you get used to it.
  9. Scott Adams
    I agree, and GFCO is one of the original certification organizations.
  10. Scott Adams
    I can't read the results that are cut off below the first table, but it looks like you are positive on the very top line of the first table, the DQ2.2, is that correct? I am no genetic expert on your exact risk, but the company who did this test should be able to give you that info. Have you contacted them about your results?
  11. Scott Adams
    There is a lot of research that shows that choline deficiency may cause gallbladder issues, so you might try taking choline for a few weeks to see if it helps. I don't know the exact situation, so be sure to talk with your doctor about this to see whether or not you can postpone it for a bit.
  12. Scott Adams
    Since there is no such thing as "mild" celiac disease, your test results simply look positive for celiac disease to me. I have no idea why labs are putting "mild" or "weak positive" in their results, as this is totally unhelpful, and may lead many people to continue eating gluten when they should be going gluten-free. An article on this is long overdue for...
  13. Scott Adams
    Very interesting article, and magnesium likely played a part in my finally getting over most of my gluten ataxia issues. Remarkably I can recall going to doctors when in my 30's where they did prick tests on my feet to measure the level of numbness to verify the issue, and after confirming it by saying "yes, it looks like you have ataxia, we'll have to keep...
  14. Scott Adams
    Some people take longer to recover from cross-contamination than others. Would you consider yourself in the super sensitive category? Many people have reported symptoms for a week or more after consuming gluten. Also, is your diet 100% gluten-free? I've not heard that Pepto-Bismol contains gluten, and I doubt this info is correct (what app is that?). If you...
  15. Scott Adams
    This article explains the Marsh system for classifying the damage level to your villi in your intestines caused by celiac disease. This is done by the gastroenterologist who takes the tissue samples during an endoscopy, and is done by examining the samples in a microscope to see the damage level: I believe I was in the Marsh Type 3b-3c area and has...
  16. Scott Adams
    Yes, the dogs are trained to do this before you buy them, which is why they are so expensive. Here is a company that sells them, so perhaps you can ask your parents to contact them to see it it's possible to get one? https://www.armedk9.com/
  17. Scott Adams
    At the very least it sounds like you may have non-celiac gluten sensitivity, so perhaps continue the diet to see if your symptoms improve, as it does take time. Also, some celiacs can't tolerate gluten-free oats, so you may want to exclude them, at least until you're sure that they don't cause you any issues.
  18. Scott Adams
    If you can get a copy of that test and share the results here, along with the reference ranges for a positive mark, we could offer you more insight. If you do have celiac disease it can take up to 2 years to fully recover, but only if you are 100% gluten-free (usually less time, but this is the average). This article may be helpful:
  19. Scott Adams
    Welcome to the forum. Before going gluten-free it is best to do a blood test for celiac disease, but it sounds like you've already gone gluten-free, and have found that it may be causing your symptoms. One of the most common symptoms of celiac disease is malabsorption fat, vitamins, minerals (iron), and other nutrients, which can cause steatorrhea...
  20. Scott Adams
    I'm not sure it there is anything except money required to get a gluten sniffing dog, as they seem to be quite expensive. This is probably due to the extensive training required. Here is an article we did on this topic:
  21. Scott Adams
    There are always risks and side-effect associated with vaccines, but I can assure you that everything I've read here so far pales in comparison to getting shingles! I had a shingles outbreak at age ~45 which started in the area near my right temple, and proceeded from there behind my right ear to the top of my head, so basically the right side of my head...
  22. Scott Adams
    I suppose your doctor could be right, but I doubt it is a part of your intestines, otherwise you'd likely be seeing lots of blood in your stool as well. To me it seems like a piece undigested tomato or other vegetable that may have passed very quicky through your system, which can happen when you have diarrhea. It seems a bit strange to me that your...
  23. Scott Adams
    Hopefully your doctors have told you to begin a gluten-free diet now, and here is some helpful info for you:
  24. Scott Adams
    I am often asked about which supplements I take, so I'm sharing it here. I think you'll find a big variation of what supplements different people on this forum take, but here is a breakdown of the many I take. This regimen has worked well for me, but it has take many years for me to add and remove different ones. Also, all of this list may not apply...
  25. Scott Adams
    Welcome to the forum @David B! I think you'll find a big variation in what supplements different people on this forum take, but here is a breakdown of the many I take. This regimen has worked well for me, but it has take many years for me to add and remove different ones. Also, all of this list may not apply or be helpful for everyone here, but it may...
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