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Inconclusive results
Scott Adams replied to deanna1ynne's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
This is a challenging and confusing situation. The combination of a positive EMA—which is a highly specific marker rarely yielding false positives—alongside strongly elevated TTG on two separate occasions, years apart, is profoundly suggestive of celiac disease, even in the absence of biopsy damage. This pattern strongly aligns with what is known as "pot... -
Correct, the things listed in the article may mimic celiac-like or IBS-like symptoms, but would not cause the damage that gluten/gliadin does.
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Medication
Scott Adams replied to Julie 911's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
Welcome to the community! Generally, for a gluten challenge before celiac disease blood tests, Tylenol (acetaminophen) is considered safe and should not interfere with your antibody results. The medications you typically need to avoid are those like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve) that can cause intestinal irritation, which could potentially... -
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I agree, there can be contamination at many points--milling is another possible source of contamination for any flours.
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Based on what you've described, it is absolutely crucial that you pursue further medical exams for Celiac Disease and related conditions with a gastroenterologist. Your symptoms—especially the worsening fatigue, loss of muscle mass, neurological symptoms like migraines, and palpitations, coupled with being underweight—are significant red flags that extend bey...
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I would only add that cross contamination with wheat may still be a possibility, so it's still best to seek out buckwheat that is labeled "gluten-free."
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Doan’s Bakery of Woodland Hills, CA is recalling White Chocolate Coconut and Carrot Bundt Cakes because they may contain undeclared wheat and milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat and/or milk run the risk of experiencing a serious or life-threatening reaction if they consume these products. The recalled bundt cakes were sold b...
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Potential celiac need advice
Scott Adams replied to Ben98's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
It seems like you have two choices--do a proper gluten challenge and get re-tested, or just go gluten-free because you already know that it is gluten that is causing your symptoms. In order to screen someone for celiac disease they need to be eating gluten daily, a lot of it--they usually recommend at least 2 slices of wheat bread daily for 6-8 weeks... -
Yes, and cross pollination would spread these modified genetics to non-GMO crops--putting the genie back in the bottle if something negative happens would be difficult.
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Can You Develop Celiac Disease Later in Life? Adult-Onset Symptoms (+Video)
Scott Adams commented on Scott Adams's article in Autumn 2025 Issue
Enzymes can break down gliadin, just not well enough yet to allow you to eat wheat pizza (but perhaps may work with trace amounts of cross contamination)...see comments below this article too: They are working on GMO wheat that would be safe for celiac disease...but it would be GMO (currently there are no commercially used GMO wheat varieties):- 50 comments
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It also may be time to switch doctors if they don't want to do any follow up after you contact them about this.
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Lots of different cancer types = lots of different symptoms: "Celiac patients were found to have higher risks of cancer in the pancreas, esophagus, colon, liver, and especially the small intestine."
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Your post demonstrates the profound frustration and isolation that so many in the Celiac community feel, and I want to thank you for channeling that experience into advocacy. The medical gaslighting you endured for decades is an unacceptable and, sadly, a common story, and the fact that you now have to "school" your own GI specialist speaks volumes about...
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Looking for a gluten-free roomie in Denver CO
Scott Adams replied to ckeyser88's topic in Introduce Yourself / Share Stuff
I had no idea there is a "Louisville" in Colorado!😉 I thought it was a typo because I always think of the Kentucky city--but good luck! -
Navigating medication safety with Celiac disease can be incredibly stressful, especially when dealing with asthma and severe allergies on top of it. While I don't have personal experience with the HealthA2Z brand of cetirizine, your caution is absolutely warranted. The inactive ingredients in pills, known as excipients, are often where gluten can be hidden...
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What you're describing is indeed familiar to many in the Celiac community, especially in the early stages of healing. When the intestinal villi are damaged from Celiac disease, they struggle to properly digest and absorb fats, a condition known as bile acid malabsorption. This can cause exactly the kind of cramping and spasms you're seeing, as undigested...
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First, it's fantastic news that your diarrhea has resolved after a month—that is a huge and critical sign of healing, confirming that the gluten-free diet is starting to work. While it feels slow, this stabilization of your digestive system is the essential foundation upon which weight gain is built. Given the severity of your weight loss, dropping from 5...