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  1. cyclinglady
    Your TSH is 16? I assume that if this was not a typo, that you got an increase in thyroid replacement?
  2. cyclinglady
    Welcome! Have you read the Newbie 101 tips yet? Here is the link: https://www.celiac.com/forums/topic/91878-newbie-info-101/ Right now, you just need lots of time. I know it is hard to be patient, but you will get better. Take care!
  3. cyclinglady
    Everyone handles a glutening differently. A few days to a few weeks. Hope your son feels better! About the school.... Just because they can or must accommodate does not mean that it will always be safe. Cross contamination and not following procedures can and does happen. Ask to be walked through gluten-free food handling procedures and offer suggestions...
  4. cyclinglady
    My Dad has that. It is genetic. Several of his siblings have "Bobble Head Syndrome". Nothing to worry about.
  5. cyclinglady
    Either/or. If you really are baking challenged, I would start with a gluten-free blend of flours, that way you do not have to buy all those different flours. I use Pamela's but others here have their preference. Keep the leftover flour sealed in the freezer and it will last for years.
  6. cyclinglady
    It is okay! We care about you! And I completely understand your desire to feel better.
  7. cyclinglady
    Colleen is right. The dosage I am taking is prescribed by my doctor. She even wrote new instructions for that additional 30 mg on Wednesdays and I have a lab recheck in six weeks. It takes time for your body to acclimate to a new dosage. Even with my wild swings, I did not change dosage with out a new lab test/doc consult. The danger of over medicating...
  8. cyclinglady
    If you extend your arms out straight in front of you and you seek trembling, you could be running hyper (my doc does this simple test besides listening to my symptoms and ordering lab work). Tingling? That is tough. It can be related to diabetes or celiac disease. Not sure about thyroid as I never had this symptom before my celiac disease diagnosis...
  9. cyclinglady
    There are very few dietitians who are knowledgeable about the gluten free diet. They often do not do a good job for diabetes either! Check out our newbie section and learn about cross contamination, hidden sources of gluten, how to make your kitchen safe, etc. https://www.celiac.com/forums/forum/5-celiac-disease-coping-with/ The biopsy will show damage...
  10. cyclinglady
    Google gluten-free restaurant cards that you can download. These were handy and were written in several languages. The card really helped in Russia. Just carry extra food (gluten-free cereal-type bars, dried fruit, or nuts always) in case of an emergency. Do not count on the airline to provide safe food even if he orders gluten-free 30 days in advance...
  11. cyclinglady
    Other things can cause villi damage like drugs or milk.
  12. cyclinglady
    I am formally diagnosed last year (blood test and biopsy) and my main symptom was anemia. My husband was not formally diagnosed and went gluten free 13 years ago at the advice of my allergist and his GP. "Try giving up gluten and see how you feel". Well, he found that he felt great after some trial and error (biggest thing was learning about cross contamination...
  13. cyclinglady
    What? It clearly sounds like you have celiac disease with positive antibodies and proving with a gluten-free diet. At a minimum, a severe intolerance to gluten. Everyone has different reactions to glutenings or symptom presentations. Doctors are still relying on "classic" symptoms. Have you had your gallbladder checked? I am not talking about looking...
  14. cyclinglady
    Store it, meaning "slice and put it in the freezer with a few hours of baking? " I do the same with my cookies and cakes. Stays fresh and does not dry out. Just defrost on the countertop -- not the microwave (rubber bread can result).
  15. cyclinglady
    I am so sorry! I hope you can get tested. My husband went gluten-free per the advice of my allergist and his GP some 13 years ago. He would be the first to tell you that I have had it easier with an official diagnosis, but gluten makes him sick. There is no way he is up to a gluten challenge. He has been doing well ever since then -- all his symptoms...
  16. cyclinglady
    Good for you, Kelly! I am glad you are feeling better.
  17. cyclinglady
    Six months? Where has the time gone? (Ugh, I feel the pressure of Christmas coming on!" ) Glad to know you are improving!
  18. cyclinglady
    No insurance? No COBRA? You have 30 days to enroll in a U.S. health plan if your plan was terminated (special circumstances) so you do not have to wait for the enrollment period which is coming up and wait until January. I doubt a clinic will pay the approximate $450 for the panel. Can you pay out-of-pocket? Your symptoms sound like celiac, but...
  19. cyclinglady
    Hang in there! The weeks will fly by and you will be glad that you did it! It will be nice to have a definitive answer.
  20. cyclinglady
    Well, you may have a cold coming on with a sore throat, but the other symptoms you described sound like celiac disease. celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder -- not an allergy. It can take a while for your body to ramp up. Everyone has a different response. Hope you feel better soon!
  21. cyclinglady
    Why not? Eating alternative gluten-free grains is healthy! Wheat, rye and barley are just a small part of edible foods, it is just that our society has depended so much those particular grains (really just wheat). My daughter gets her gluten outside of the house. She washes her hands when she returns home. But, she has been tested. So, even before...
  22. cyclinglady
    Is the cough related to bronchial tubes (spasms) or lungs? My brothers have asthma and they could never play sports. One chronically clears his throat with a little cough. Sounds like your son's cough is worse. Are his meds gluten free? Is the house gluten free? Pet food? School? Allergies to mold in your house? Pets, milk, eggs, nuts? Has...
  23. cyclinglady
    I have not looked at a canned of creamed corn in a long time because there is nothing like homemade. Frozen corn, cream (heavy whipping or 1/2 and 1/2), butter and cornstarch. Just make a basic white sauce (with the butter, cream and starch) found on the box of starch or online and add cooked corn and salt and pepper for taste. Tastes even better with...
  24. cyclinglady
    We have never been glutened by plain canned veggies. We never buy creamed corn though. We purchase all brands -- whatever is on sale. I stock up in the Fall for our Earthquake kit. Last year's cans get donated to the food pantry. Enjoy!
  25. cyclinglady
    Why use imitation at all? Use the real thing. Add coconut and sub the water with coconut milk. Add nuts to any batter. Add orange juice and some fresh ground peel (grate just the orange part) for orange cupcakes and add the juice into the frosting it stead of water or milk. Add dried fruit, banana, berries, chopped tiny apple, cinnamon.... The list...
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