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] am 60 years old with a 3 year old grandson and 1 year old granddaughter.. I am a graduate of North Carolina State University with a degree in Education/Psychology. I have 1 son and 1 daughter. My husband and daughter also graduated from NCSU with degrees in Engineering. I experienced gluten intolerance for over a year with many tests - MRI, CT, ENT, heart monitor, Colonoscopy, blood tests enough for a vampire. All results came back showing no problem yet problems continued - near fainting follwed by vomiting, diarhea and extreme exhaustion plus weight loss of 25 pounds in 3 months. I also developed migraines which had never been a problem before.Thanks to the internet I found what turned out to be my answer. Gluten intolerance. I started gluten free in Feb 2009. A trip to the MAYO clinic and genetics testing confirmed by suspicion. Celiac Disease. I continued for almost two years with exhaustion but am now much better. I am grateful for forums such as this one since there are TOO MANY doctors uninformed regarding Celiac and gluten intolerance.

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    Thanks. didn't need a step backward.Of course, none of us do.
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    This is great. Thanks!!!
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    I was 55 when diagnosed and it took me almost 18 months to see a reduction in fatigue. Very frustratng especially with children to tend to. I have two grandchildren, ages 1 and 3 during the day and it can be exhausting. Hope your energy levels improve soon. please check for gluten-free vitamins that "may" help.
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    I have been given Gluten Free GoPicnic ready to eat meals. They claim to b gluten free but also made in a factory with wheat. Does anyone have experience with them?
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    Try Align Probiotics and use 3 times a day. This will help with the bathroom trips. Find a good Nutritionist to ensure you're getting the amount of protein you need for energy. Fresh fruits and vegetables along with lean meats are key. It's a long journey. I wish you well especially with having small children. You should also have them tested.
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    I too had started to improve after 12 months of being gluten free - long journey. I added gluten free vitamins 2 weeks ago and after a week started feeling dizzy and fatigued again as well. I was beginning to question if there was anything in the vitamins causing the reaction. I hadn't considered the dairy component but may revisit that since reading your...
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    Get tested - it may be the answer you're looking for.
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    I went to the MAYO clinic in September and had the metobolic workup showing only low platelets for which I'll be retested in a couple of weeks. My lightheadedness has also been refered to as vaso-vagal response. I don't lose consciousness but must lie down immediately. My blood sugar has been fine as well. I generally have low blood pressure. I eat small...
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    I'm 58 years old and was self diagnosed in February with gluten intolerance. After losing 25 pounds, throwing up and diarhea daily; near fainting spells weekly, the doctor ran a battery of tests. MRI, CT, heart, ENT and blood work enough for a vampire. All were fine. Earlier I was being treated for acid reflux. After going gluten free, I improved dramatically...
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    Amber, make sure that your vitamins are gluten free. My nutritionists said I needed vitamins so I got them from GNC. After another fainting spell, I learned that GNC is not regulated by the FDA. Vitamins need to be prescribed by a physician. Get to know your pharmacist so they can help identify any medicines that contain gluten. Good luck.
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