Lisa

Well, been dying since last Monday, finally found out my gallbladder needs to come out. Is there a connection between celiacs and gallbladder problems?

I don't know about a connection, but there are many people here who have had their gallbladder taken out PRIOR to their diagnosis of Celiac Disease.

Here is an article found on this site:

https://www.celiac.com/articles/119/1/Gall-...ggan/Page1.html

The weekends around here are always slow. Sometimes it takes some time for someone to address your post.

Did you have to wear lipsticK??

I would request a copy of the pathology report from the biopsy samples. You can post them here for interpretation.

As mentioned earlier, the current available testing is not as accurate as we would like. An endo/biopsy exam can rule Celiac in, but it cannot rule it out either.

I was poorly, but almost certainly correctly diagnosed through a blood test by my family physician.

Well, recovery time depends on the dedication to the diet and the extent of damage done before gluten free diet began. Have your begun the diet?

If you feel you need to see another doctor or have further testing, you must continue to eat gluten.

I would suggest that you have a metabolic test done to check for any deficiencies due to Celiac and go from there. Any GP can order that done.

I have Celiac, but have had very little medical or family support on this area of my life. I would like to know if I should have a doctor or specialist. What do they do for you? What are the benefits?

This is a non-issue until I get back to the US in 3 months, but I would still like some answers.

(Any suggestions of good doctors in Colorado?)

How were you diagnosed? A little more information would be helpful to answer your questions. And, welcome.

Is it plain vodka, or is it flavored?

Hey Jenny,

It sounds like your doctor is very cautious. That's a good thing. I'll be sending lot of good thoughts you way. You too, think positive thoughts.

Prewashing and a run in the dishwasher should be fine.

I have never heard of such a thing

Nor have I. Gluten is not a virus or bacteria.

Hey Jen,

MSG may not be too good for you, but it's not gluten related.

I took me several months of healing before I could tell that I had been glutened. In the beginning everything that I ate effected me due to the fact that I was not healed.

Give it some time, be careful about what you eat and read, read, read from this site.

Also, I think most of MAC's lip products are gluten-free.

They key word here is "most". The representative at the makeup counter has a book of ingredients. Please check before purchasing MAC, as some lipsticks do contain gluten.

Although glutenfreedrugs is a great site and I have passed it on many time, it on occasion has information that is not updated.

It's always a good rule, to have more than one source of confirmation, especially when dealing with pharms. They tend to change quickly.

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Genetic testing for celiac disease

Celiac disease is a multigenic disorder associated with HLA-DQ2 (DQA1*05/DQB1*02) or DQ8 (DQA1*0301/DQB1*0302). HLA DQ2 is expressed in the majority (>90%) of those with celiac disease and DQ8 in about 8%. The expression of these HLA-DQ2 or DQ8 molecules is necessary but not sufficient to develop celiac disease and accounts for only about 50% of the genetic component of the disease. Studies in sibling (sib recurrence risk for celiac disease of 10%) [42] and of identical twins (concordance of 70%) [43] suggest that the contribution of HLA genes in celiac disease is less than 50%. The determination of the presence of HLA DQ2 or DQ8 is now available commercially. The role in the diagnosis of celiac disease is however limited because of the low specificity of the test for celiac disease. These HLA types are present in about 30% of the normal population. Their absence is useful in excluding celiac disease. The role in assessment of the presence of HLA DQ2 or is: 1. In the presence of an equivocal biopsy, 2. When someone is already on the diet, 3. To determine which family members should be screened for celiac disease.

All distilled alcohol is considered safe for Celiacs. Some very sensitive people may react.

If wheat is an ingredient, it by law, must be listed on the ingredient listing or allergen statement.

Your quote from Watkins, is a CYA statement. Your alcohol in your extract is corn derived.

I am confused about alcohol, like what is in vanilla flavoring. I have been avoided anything with flavoring and also anything with alchol. I am not sure about isoprobable alchol.

Alcohol was formerly associated with gluten. But, now it is said that the distillation process removes the offending gluten. All distilled alcohol is considered gluten free. (Although, a few here will react to grain based alcohol). Many alcohols are not grain based.

Vanilla flavoring should be safe. McCormick's is a company who will clearly list all forms of gluten.

https://www.celiac.com/articles/222/1/Glute...ages/Page1.html

I completely agree with Gemini. If someone wants to post something saying certain products have gluten, they should provide a link or something to support that. The same goes for Gluten-free products. Don't get upset just because someone told you that you might have another food intolerance. Actually, most people that have Celiac disease have another food disorder, so do YOUR research. And I have DH and I drink coffee and wine all the time, and it has NEVER effected me! So let's learn how to control our tempers people! Act like a grown up!

Think we got it covered. Thanks.

Sometimes, due to extended illnesses, some days are difficult. We get frustrated. Those are the days when you extend a hand, not judge or scold.

I think that I had a follow up appointment about two weeks later.

DebNC,

Gemini is usually very accurate in her postings and has been around a long time. She knows her stuff. As with most posts here, you can take it in, and then draw your own conclusions.

With that said, there is a lot of research that needs to be developed with regard to Celiac and DH, hopefully, not too far in the future.

Hope you feel better soon.

Sorry Bev. Insult upon injury sucks

You sound like you're on the right track. It does take time for your body to play catch up.

But, not being a doctor, maybe you can request a metabolic panel from your doctor to check for any deficiencies.

Sure! Have you check you scratched pots and pans, shared toaster, cutting board, soaps, shampoos, lotions, meds, vitamins, lipsticks... ANTYHING that can get in or near your mouth should be examined.

Handing gluten foods for others can make you sick if you are not careful. What kind of meds are you taking?

SAHM, I know there is a Carrabba's in Wilmington. I have had many great experiences there. And save room for a wonderful desert.

Most nice restaurants could broil some seafood for you as request.

Hello,

I am hoping maybe someone out there can help me. I keep reading post after post how IBS symptoms disappear after going "totally gluten free." I also recently just read another article that Gluten Intolerance is inherited, same as Celiac disease. Is this true? The reason I ask is because my mother, who is completely overweight, was dx wih a carbohydrate intolerance many years ago. I am starting to wonder if it was that or really a gluten intolerance.

Also, I use a shared microwave at work to heat up my lunch. I bring my food from home so that I know what i am putting into my body. Am I not supposed to be using the microwave for fear of CC??? Sorry for all of the dumb questions, it's just that sometimes I think I may be in denial with this whole thing and wonder why my IBS symptoms aren't clearing up. It's been 10 monhs and I really, REALLY miss eating a lot veggies...among other things.

First off, there are no dumb answers here!

With Celiac there is a inhereted disposition, with no guarantee that an offspring would have Celiac. Many people, including mine, passed the "tummy issues" down the genetic line. Only testing would tell you if it's Celiac Disease or gluten intolerance, or resolved by positive dietary response.

Using a mico in a shared office, should be an issue as long as you use something on the bottom and the top to prevent contact or splatter.

If you eliminate several things from your diet, you need to be careful to balance diet. And gluten is not always the answer to everything. Perhaps a food diary will help identify your issues.

they're not running an unnecessary test.

Hum...what a novel thought