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ninec replied to ninec's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
....well, I called for my results today. I was tested for Celiac antibodies and Gluten antibodies. I was told that my results were negative (**sigh**). Something along the lines of just "below" 0.35 and the other test with a measurement of 12 being positive and I was at a 2 and 3. I have stopped eating gluten now for approximately a month. Still feeling... -
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ninec replied to ninec's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
Just a quick update: I went for my blood test yesterday (Friday, Feb 04). For both, Celiac and Wheat antibodies tests it cost $145 CAD. I was really hoping to make it through at least three weeks before getting tested, but I just couldn't do it. I'll post my results when I get them. Cheers! -
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ninec replied to ninec's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
Thanks Keela! I hope the test comes back positive for me...a little validation will go a long way for my esteem in all of this. Speaking of esteem, on top of the bloating, nausea, and aches, I can't wait to get my eyes back again. I hate to admit my vanity, but my puffy eyes/face bothers me the most. I look like I've gained 10 pounds overnight and aged... -
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ninec replied to ninec's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
Thank you both for your fast replies! Darnit! Well, I'm just going to muddle through the 3 weeks, with the risk of coming up negative. I won't be able to last a couple months. If anything this ordeal is a painful reminder of what I used to feel like and will keep me from slipping up in the future. Thanks again for your support. ~C~ p.s. You're right... -
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ninec posted a topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
Hello All: I'm a bit confused on the length of time a person needs to consume gluten before having a blood test to check for antibodies. I had gone off gluten for 8 months and had great success. My acid reflux and constant burping went away. The swelling in my face and fingers when away. Joint pain disappeared....and sorry for this, but the sudden (and...