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  1. knitty kitty
    Ali Rae, Celiac Disease causes malabsorption which results in malnutrition (aka vitamin deficiencies). Recurrent Aphthous Ulceration: Vitamin B1, B2 and B6 Status and Response to Replacement Therapy https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1941656/ Thiamine helps reduce cytokines. Long-Term Treatment by Vitamin B1 and Reduction of...
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    The itchy rash associated with Celiac Disease is Dermatitis Herpetiformus. It flares up when glutened. It also flares after consuming foods high in iodine, like tomato sauce. Hope this helps.
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    Did the doctor give you an antibiotic? I have Type Four Hypersensitivity to Sulfites. Antibiotics often contain Sulfites or sulfite preservatives. I have gotten gastrointestinal symptoms when I was given sulfur based drugs. You may want to discuss this possibility with your doctor. Hope this helps!
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    Here's one article...there's more at NIH... Potato Glycoalkaloids Adversely Affect Intestinal Permeability and Aggravate Inflammatory Bowel Disease https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12479649/ Cycling Lady is so fortunate to have healed her intestinal damage on the Fasano diet. Dr. Fasano did research into zonulin and how it promotes leaky gut...
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    Eric, sorry you're not feeling well. Have you been checked for vitamin deficiencies? Celiac causes malabsorption which results in malnutrition. Here's an article that might help..... 11 Signs and Symptoms of Thiamine (Vitamin B1) Deficiency https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/thiamine-deficiency-symptoms And more information...
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    Not less affected, just affected a different way, in the skin. Celiacs with DH can still have intestinal damage. Most damage occurs where we absorb vitamins in the small intestine. I dropped sixty pounds in a month and a half at one point and I had DH. I had reached a point where my intestines were so damaged/dysfunctional it could not absorb enough nutrients...
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    Thiamine deficiency can cause many of the symptoms you've described. Palpitations, headaches, POTS (Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome), lightheadedness, muscle aches (especially tender or sore calves), acid reflux, elevated liver enzymes. Have your doctor test your thiamine level. Doctors don't usually think of thiamine deficiency unless...
  8. knitty kitty
    Think of it as Celiac University. You'll be learning about the gluten free diet, how to function in social situations (so many are based on eating), and how to cope with the stress of it all (it's a big lifestyle change). This forum is a wonderful place to come for information and support! I've gotten so much out of it and I hope you will, too!
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    Sam, I get DH on my hands, too. (Also on elbows and knees.) I learned DH is pressure sensitive. I would go grocery shopping and have DH blisters on my palms from pushing the shopping cart by the time I got home. Holding knitting needles ? or a pencil would cause blisters on my fingers. Same reaction of skin under elastic! If you get a positive...
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    Your pancreas and spleen are in the ULQ. Some Celiacs have problems with their pancreas. And the descending colon starts over there, too. I have had diverticulitis and that's where my pain started, ULQ. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies can cause the intestinal tract to not work properly. Hope you feel better!
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    I can't eat chicken either. Seems a part of the chicken meat molecules sort of resembles a segment of gluten molecules. "Sorta-resembles-gluten" molecules also occur in casein (dairy protein), corn (maize), yeast and some rice breeds. (Basmati rice is least likely to elicit a reaction.) Not everyone reacts to these. I can eat Duck and Cornish Game...
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    Laura, 1. Research Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and Histamine Intolerance. 2. Try the Autoimmune Protocol Diet (just meat and veg, like Steak and salad). 3. Eat your leafy greens like kale. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322585#non-dairy-sources-of-calcium 4. We're here for you on-line, like everybody else social isolating...
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    Celiac Disease causes malabsorption which results in malnutrition. Skin rashes can be caused by vitamin deficiencies...... https://www.livestrong.com/article/269105-skin-rashes-caused-by-vitamin-deficiency/ ....or by Dermatitis Herpetiformus, a blistering rash caused by Celiac Disease. People with DH often do not test positive on blood tests for...
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    Have you been checked for vitamin and mineral deficiencies? Thiamine deficiency can cause fatigue.... https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/acm.2011.0840 Thiamine deficiency can also affect the nerves going to the intestines and can cause nausea, bloating, gastroparesis (the delayed emptying of the intestinal tract) and gall bladder problems...
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    Milesmills, Newly diagnosed Celiacs are often deficient in vitamins and minerals. Checking for nutritional deficiencies is part of follow up care for Celiacs. Here's an article that explains the importance of vitamins and minerals in our mental health. Thiamine deficiency can cause anxiety. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC30...
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    Ali Rae, Sorry you're feeling poorly. Celiac Disease causes malabsorption of vitamins and minerals that our bodies need in order to function properly. Instead of searching for a pill to pop for instant relief, consider giving your body what it needs to help itself. Your body can improve its own health if given the right tools and supplies...
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    What a great idea, Ennis! You may have found a new career! Care packages for Celiacs! I'll make a donation for a care package to AuntieE. Let's stimulate the economy! We need more "people helping people" stories on the news these days! Proud of you, Ennis! Well said!
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    AuntieE, I suffer from DH. I have found that foods high in iodine will trigger my rash. Foods high in iodine such as eggs and fish and pork make my DH flare. My rash is also triggered by a sulfite hypersensitivity. Medications containing sulfites, as well as foods containing sulfites or sulfite preservatives will make the rash worsen. Sulfites...
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    Cycling Lady, Thank you so much! These are very helpful guidelines and resources! I don't have a binder, but I do have a plastic bag full of instruction manuals, notes, and receipts. You've inspired me to get them in proper order. But I have to take a break first! I've been traumatized by a trip to the grocery store. Too few people are following...
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    Thanks, CyclingLady! While waiting for a reply, I googled and found a site that said it was hard to replace just a section of metal roof because the metal sheets overlap. Pull up one and it disturbs the ones next to it. So that answered my question. I really like the metal roof. I like listening to the rain. It will be more pleasant to listen...
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    New metal roof
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    Keight, Do be careful of the Paleolithic Ketogenic Diet. Here's a video that explains it better than I ever could. Please watch it. What this doctor says is true. I learned the hard way.
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    Yes, you could have. Cycling Lady often suggests buying a cheaper glucose meter. I'm Type Two Diabetic. Diabetics need at least 25% more thiamine than non-diabetics. Keeping track of your blood glucose levels when you feel weak all over like you described can help you discern if it is low blood sugar or not. You could write your glucose readings...
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    How about a sweater for the teddy bears in the window? Can't have bare bears flashing the neighborhood. Hee hee! http://www.knittingonthenet.com/dollsteddy.htm Teach the kids to knit, too! I started knitting at eight!
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    Iceland girl, It's like riding a bicycle. Your fingers will remember! I'll be around to answer questions if you need assistance. Also, there's patterns for Knitted Face Masks.... Instructions for sewing fabric face masks.... I'm trying my paws at sewing a face mask... Note: These are non-medical face...
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