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  1. cyclinglady
    I have been on Armour for 20 years and refused to switch. Everyone is different, so it may be worth a try!
  2. cyclinglady
    Congrats! I am keeping my fingers crossed for you! I have been allergic to eggs, nuts, garlic and milk forever. Then I keep questioning myself, "maybe it is just an intolerance and not an allergy". "Maybe my allergist was wrong and I finally grew out of my allergies even though my siblings and nieces have the same food allergies and they have not...
  3. cyclinglady
    It all depends on symptoms, diet adherence, etc. Typically 1 to 3 years out. I have been gluten-free for 1-1/2 years and am waiting for the two year mark. I had lots of damage and I wanted to allow enough time for healing (and to get a good result!).
  4. cyclinglady
    Ha! You have to watch employees like a hawk! I once ordered a burger from In-N-Out and they even have gluten allergy note/key that appears on their paper order. The fry cook was lazy and cooked my burger in the same grille and did not change out gloves. I called them on it. The manager was very apologetic and they remade my burger. I now just make...
  5. cyclinglady
    If they find nothing on the ultrasound (no gallstones), ask for a HIDA scan to check for functionality.
  6. cyclinglady
    I do not think so. Based on this one result it appears that you do not have celiac disease. What does your doctor say? Here is a link regarding the test you posted. Maybe it will help. Open Original Shared Link
  7. cyclinglady
    You could have celiac disease. Have you checked out our DH section regarding celiac rash? My celiac disease manifests in my intestinal tract making a diagnosis much easier. But DH (celiac rash) is more difficult to diagnose. The rash must be biopsied in a special way. Please read that section, look at photos and check out the University of Chicago...
  8. cyclinglady
    Are you in a shared household? New meds or have you verified that the formulation has not changed?
  9. cyclinglady
    How is your gallbladder? Still functioning? Any other food intolerances?
  10. cyclinglady
    Sounds like you might have celiac disease. Here are the needed tests and other information from the University of Chicago: Open Original Shared Link Any doctor MD can order the tests.
  11. cyclinglady
    It is NOT in your head! How long have you been gluten free? You have to have been eating it for a few months to get an accurate result on the antibody tests for celiac disease.
  12. cyclinglady
    American Disabilities Act.
  13. cyclinglady
    Yes, it can take one to here years depending on the severity of intestinal damage and damage to other parts of your body (e.g. Bone loss). It is shame that you have not been tested. Any doctor can order a celiac blood panel. Out-of-pocket costs are $450 which may be a small price to pay compared to giving up gluten and finding out that gluten was not the...
  14. cyclinglady
    What tests were run? Here is a link to the University of. Chicago's Celiac website that shows the list of blood tests: Open Original Shared Link Keep eating gluten until all testing is complete! P.S. Has your gallbladder been checked for stones and functionality?
  15. cyclinglady
    Wait for confirmation to insure a correct diagnosis.
  16. cyclinglady
    Time. You need more of it. Celiac disease can cause extensive damage and it can take up to 1 to 3 years to heal. Keep a journal and see if you have developed any intolerances (e.g. Dairy/lactose). And make sure gluten is not sneaking into your diet.
  17. cyclinglady
    The reference ranges would be helpful as they vary from lab to lab. However, the TSH result is high indicating hypothyroidism. It should be between a 1 and a 3. Old ranges used to go to a 5.9, but your child's result is still high. Could explain the constipation you posted earlier. Fatigue is another symptom, but in a toddler, it might be hard to catch...
  18. cyclinglady
    Karen is right. I forgot that I is used to add more gluten to my bread. Later, I gave it up because I realized that my grandma never needed it and my results were always good without the additive.
  19. cyclinglady
    Plastic is okay, as long as you clearly mark it gluten free or it is a different color (like your stuff is all pink) AND everyone in the house is instructed not to use it with gluten. Plastic can have tiny scratches and...I am no expert, but I do not think it is worth $100 (cost of kitchen basics, excluding pots) to get possibly glutened. My kitchen...
  20. cyclinglady
    I have Hashi's and going gluten free has not helped my thyroid. I had some wild swings going from hyper to hypo but not sure if it was related to celiac disease or menopause as both happened during the same time period. I would try to get another appointment for a biopsy and a celiac consult, but let's see if others chime in about your test results....
  21. cyclinglady
    I have separate plastic ware for both gluten (stuff for my kid to use for school) and non-gluten. These are well marked. This includes Tupperware, measuring cups and spoons,etc. I kept my cookie sheets but line with parchment paper. Gluten free cookies bake better on parchment. I tossed my muffin tins, tart pans and springform pans. Too many crevices...
  22. cyclinglady
    Bunk. Commercial bakers still use yeast to make bread rise. There are lots of additives added, but those are added to lots of processed foods to yield better, more palatable results, not to mention a longer shelf life. Autoimmune diseases seems to be on the rise, but is it environmental or just a case of being able to identify disease better? In the...
  23. cyclinglady
    I pass out old-fashioned Smarties. They are cheap, gluten free and the kids still like them. I buy bulk packages this time of year at Walmart. I really need cheap candy as we get 500 kids (we take a head count annually) here. Just a block away, they get 1,000 kids. Our neighborhood rocks at Halloween! Oh, I buy Tootsie Roll candies too. Tested by...
  24. cyclinglady
    Sometimes just taking the normal amount of any drug can cause side effects. Knowing my own issues with meds, my doctor starts off small and increases the dosage. He will even have me take it every couple of days in small doses in order for my body to adjust. In a week or so, I can take the drug daily. This does not necessarily pertain to you, but splitting...
  25. cyclinglady
    Welcome! You are not alone! Cheer up as things will get better. First, take time to read "Newbie Info 101" found under the "Coping" section in this forum or click on this link: https://www.celiac.com/forums/topic/91878-newbie-info-101/ We have all been in your shoes. This is a time to grieve and that is NORMAL. But soon you will physically feel...
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