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  1. KaitiUSA
    The tTG test is a very accurate test for celiac. Did you have any of the other blood tests done too? A biopsy can rule celiac in but not out so it could come back negative and you could still have it. If there is sporadic damage they can easily miss it and if it is in beginning stages then there may not be damage yet. I did not have a biopsy done..the...
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    When I get nausea(which is one of the main symptoms I get when glutened)I use a homeopathic spray called Stomach Distress by Liddell. I also will sometimes use coke syrup.
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    It's worth getting tested for because it is pretty common and you can't always tell from symptoms because some people do not get them plus there are over 200 symptoms that can be associated with it and everyone is different.
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    No way! A celiac can not handle gluten..even if they do not get symptoms from it the damage is still being done.
  5. KaitiUSA
    If you need some lists of gluten free products like makeups, soaps, foods, etc.. and mainstream brands that will not hide anything, and restaurant lists, and a few lists I have then feel free to email me and I will send them to you. You will find they are a tremendous help and can make life alot easier.
  6. KaitiUSA
    Well you can get tested for celiac to see if you have it...but you can't grow out of it if you have it. If you want to get blood tests you need to stay on gluten...since you know you have a problem with it you could always eliminate gluten and see how you feel. However it is an all or nothing diet with absolutely no cheating if you want to get better. ...
  7. KaitiUSA
    The Total Serum IgA rules out IgA deficiency...what tests for celiac did you have done already?
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    Diabetes is linked with celiac. I know several people with both. Some people do not get any symptoms at all with celiac and there are over 200 symptoms that can come with it. Even without symptoms you are still getting damage if you are celiac. It is definitely worth getting checked for.
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    If it is a brand that will not hide anything then you just need to check the label for wheat,rye,barley,oats and if it does not have those then it will be safe. The Jell-O which is a Kraft brand I believe will not hide anything even under questionable ingredients so you just have to check for one of those 4 things or it will be safe. There is a bunch of mainstream...
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    Yes there are many lists available. If you would like some of the ones I have then feel free to email me. My email is listed in my signature.
  11. KaitiUSA
    I wouldn't let the dog lick you in tha face or anything and if the dog even licks your hands or anything you would have to wash your hands every time.
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    I definitely do not agree with that approach on things. Nobody can tell him or anyone else what to do however why would you want to damage yourself? I mean sure if you want to damage yourself and increase your risks or premature death and serious things then sure go ahead and cheat...your life is in your hands..it is all up to you. How you said about parents...
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    KaitiUSA replied to cinda's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease

    You should consider switching makeup and products as well because traces can easily get into your system. The lists I send may be able to help you out a bit with that. It can take alot of time to feel better depending on how much damage is done and other things so you have to give it time.
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    KaitiUSA replied to cinda's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease

    How long have you been gluten free? For some people it takes a while to feel better. For me it took 8 months to get back to normal... however I did have improvement well before the 8 months.Some people may see an improvement sooner than that and some it may be longer. Have you changed things such as perfumes, hairsprays, soaps, shampoos, makeups, nailpolish...
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    I HIGHLY recommend that you do not cheat. You see even if you don't get symptoms you will still be damaging yourself and you would have to go through that healing process. To keep putting damage to yourself is increasing your chances for alot of more serious and potentially deadly issues.
  16. KaitiUSA
    There are certain blood tests that are very accurate for celiac. The complete panel needs to be done which consists of the following: Anti-Gliadin (AGA) IgA (detects gluten sensitivity) Anti-Gliadin (AGA) IgG (detects gluten sensitivity-least accurate of the tests) Anti-Endomysial (EMA) IgA (detects damage) Anti-Tissue Transglutaminase (tTG) (detects...
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    I believe so...Autoimmune is where your body attacks itself so it would make sense to me that it ataxia would be classified as that.
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    Don't be too hard on yourself. I did not switch products until a few months into the diet because I was still not feeling right..improved alot but not right and needed to find any possible way of getting glutened. 1st...there are some other makeups besides Bare Escentuals that is gluten free. I use that brand because I like it alot but I also use some...
  19. KaitiUSA
    If you email me I can send you a bunch of lists that will help out with what we can eat and a list of ingredients gluten can hide under. You can eat both rice and corn (of course have to check if there is anything added like a spice that could potentially contain gluten) unless you have an intolerance to rice or corn but from a gluten standpoint yes you...
  20. KaitiUSA
    A positive gene test just means you are predisposed to celiac and it can activate at any time in life. Some people do not get symptoms at all with celiac so you can't go by that..they should be tested every so often to make sure the gene has not activated celiac. You may also want to get a complete blood panel done. There are some blood tests that are...
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    Some people just do not react and get symptoms...everyone varies when it comes to that. You still are doing damage though even if you do not feel it.
  22. KaitiUSA
    How long has he been gluten free? You do need to be eating equal to 2-3 pieces of bread daily for 3 months before testing for testing to be accurate.
  23. KaitiUSA
    Yes, there are places we can eat BUT eating out anywhere that serves gluten containing food will always be a risk. So always be careful about cross contamination but enjoy that gluten free food .
  24. KaitiUSA
    I use the bar soap, conditioner, shampoo, and hair spray by Dove. I also use some Giovanni products because their products are gluten free and I they are sold at the health food store so I think they are a better quality. I use alot of Burt's Bees products as well...and for makeup I use mainly Bare Escentuals because the whole makeup line is gluten free and...
  25. KaitiUSA
    Celiac can be fatal if ignored. It leads to 40-100 times increased chance of cancer, as well as risks for diabetes, osteoporosis, liver/pancreas/kidney/gallbladder problems, nerve disorders, thyroid disease, etc. It takes an average of 10 years off of your life if not followed. This is an all or nothing diet...even small amounts as often as once a month...
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