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tissue transglutaminase iga 253?

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Lynn525 Newbie
Lynn525
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Is this high compared to most results? This is my 6 year old. 

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Yep, you have several positives!  You should be referred to a Gastroenterologist for intestinal biopsies.  This will confirm a celiac diagnosis, set a benchmark measurement for healing, rule out any co-existing problems, and help your child adhere to a gluten free diet.  

Keep on eating gluten until all testing is complete and you have the pathologist’s report in hand!  

In the meantime, research all that you can about the diet and cross contamination.  Soon, your child will feel well!  

Oh, very high numbers do not always correlate with the amount of intestinal damage.  Hence, the importance of getting that biopsy!  

squirmingitch Veteran
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I agree with cyclinglady!

Lynn525 Newbie
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Thank You

What kind of Co-  existing problem?   I have two other children 4 and 2 years old. How urgently should I get their blood work done. Any recommendations for books to read? 

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I like Dr. Fasano.  His lectures are fun and informative:

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Here are some books.  You can probably find some at the library.

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But do not panic!  You child can lead a long healthy life!  Celiac disease is genetic, so you should test the other kids and that includes parents!    The smaller one might be too young for him/her to develop antibodies.  Check with your GI.  

Co-existing issues could be lactose intolerance, etc.  In older folks, it could be SIBO, Gastritis, or cancer (RARE) things like that.  I just gave you my standard answer.  Your little one Might have a few temporary intolerances (e.g. lactose/dairy) or might not!  ?

 

 

 

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