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Howdy friends, I'm working through a probable glutening as I type. Although I have been fortunate not to have gotten glutened too often in the past 8 months I've been gluten-free, I have noticed that it takes anywhere from 6-12 hours for me to register any sort of symptom. As far as I can tell, my metabolism is a bit sluggish -- always has been....

This isn't exactly a sleep problem, but it's been occurring more frequently, at least in the last 6 months since I've gone gluten-free. I have recurring nightmares of intentionally eating something with gluten, or eating something that I find out just after eating it that has gluten. Anybody else in this same boat? Yes, there are a few other stressors...

Sorry to hear you had such a rough go! The nightmares are new for me (although most symptoms are -- only 6 months since going gluten-free), but that has become the first sign of a glutening for me. So you're not alone on that issue. No sleepwalking for me, at least that has been reported... Hope you flush it out quickly! Cathy

I've only had one period since going gluten-free, and it was a nightmare. The PMS was insane -- I felt like I was in "The Excorcist" and the cramps were the worst I've had in *many* years. I haven't been on the pill in over 10 years; we have two kids. I'm early 40s, and menopause comes late in my family So I have a ways to go with periods, yet. Hopefully...

"hung over" -- absolutely!!! I'm thinking "gluten hang-over" or "gluten flu" are two things that most accurately describe how I felt. Plus, I have a slow metabolism, so it took a while for me to feel sick. I am really starting to feel better, and it's Wednesday night -- I got glutened Saturday night!! Unreal...

Thanks so much to all of you -- I appreciate your support. That's why I joined the group...

I have an actual diagnosis, although until my first "glutening," I never recognized any GI symptoms or reactions. This was a HUGE wake-up call for me. I feel like the diagnosis is real now, which is bittersweet for me... my mom also has an official diagnosis, but her DH issues were very evident as soon as her celiac manifested... Thanks so much!

Please bump if this isn't the right forum/thread. I have been gluten-free for more than two months, and I can honestly say I feel the difference. I never had (discernible) tummy troubles, but tons of "other" issues. The most concrete difference is my mood, my focus, and my energy level. Eating at home is fine; DH and children are more than supportive...

Hi Slee... I am in your boat, to some extent -- my son is 6, skinny, frequent hives, "former" milk allergy, GI problems, sinus issues... I was just diagnosed (via blood test only) earlier this month, but I'm also the daughter of a full-on celiac with DH. My husband and I have been debating whether or not to test our son, and our 2.5 year old daughter...

Wow, I am really so very humbled and grateful for all of your responses. I think I'm going to avoid the expense and just go gluten free. I am truly blessed, because my husband insists that once we eliminate the gluten currently in the house (throwing out, donating, etc.), we will go gluten-free. Very curious to see how my kids react: 6 year old boy (with...

Thank you, thank you, to everyone. I am grateful for everyone's input.

Thanks so much! I really appreciate your input. Best of health for you, too! ~Cathy

Thanks so much, Lisa. I will have my family doctor refer me to a specialist, and we'll proceed from there. I think you are spot-on with the non-digestive symptoms; my mother feels she has traced the majority of her "other" issues throughout her life (infertility/miscarriage, dental issues, osteoporosis, ad infinitum) to celiac. Worse, she suspects her...

Hi everyone, I am new to the forum, although I'm not completely new to Celiac/Gluten Intolerance. My mother is Celiac/DH, and was diagnosed about 4 years ago. She has been pushing for all of her children to get tested (2 down, 1 to go) since she is a first-degree relative. (FWIW, Mum is 70, I am 40, female, married). I had my blood work done a few...