Jump to content
This site uses cookies. Continued use is acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. More Info... ×

  • Welcome to Celiac.com!

    You have found your celiac tribe! Join us and ask questions in our forum, share your story, and connect with others.



  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A1):

    Celiac.com Sponsor (A1-M):

  • Get Celiac.com Updates:
    Support Our Content
    eNewsletter
    Donate

Difficulties moving fingers when typing

EU-Celiac

Recommended Posts

EU-Celiac Rookie
EU-Celiac
Posted

Hello everybody,

For few months now when I try to write on the computer  I can no longer at least with my right hand have my usual typing speed my right hand is like rusty and my fingers twisting the strange movements to reach the keys on the keyboard so I do a lot more difficulties to write to the computer and many more typos by double or triple time.

As for all the other actions of everyday life everyday life take place normally without any obstacle The only problem I encounter is when I type or I try to type, thing that I do often for work.

At the beginning I thought about a problem of carpal tunnel or nerves tired from too much writing in fact the thing was manifested after a period in which I spent many hours of the day writing for many days. even after a week of rest, without having touched the computer, the problem has not been solved and after a few months it is still present

a few months ago I was diagnosed probably celiac due to the positive results to antibodies from the blood tests but I have not yet done the biopsy that should confirm the disease and for this I have not yet completely eliminated the gluten from my diet because I was told that otherwise the biopsy would be invalidated.

I have already taken an exam (EMG) from which nothing was found of abnormal neither the arms nor legs soon I will do further tests by both a neurologist and a rheumatologist in addition to the biopsy that I will have to perform.

From your direct or indirect experience could these my symptoms be linked to celiac disease?

Even writing this message I prefer now to do it with voice commands rather than straining my right hand. And I'm a 30 yo with very high skills in computer science and I used to type very very fast (my left hand still do)

Sorry for my mistakes in english (it's not my mother tongue)

Hope to read from you soon

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):


ravenwoodglass Mentor
ravenwoodglass
Posted

If you had positive antibodies you have celiac. I hope they get you in for your scope soon. As soon as that is done go ahead and get gluten free. You don't need to wait for the results. 

As to the issue with typing I developed that also. However I had severe nervous system impact even as a child. I did recover greatly but my right hand still has some degree of lag time. I can walk unaided now and don't fall over anymore so I can deal with the 'slow hand'. Since this just began with you a short time ago there is every chance that once gluten free it will resolve. Have they chacked you levels of B12? If not it would be a good idea for them to do so. Even if they can't check soon you could try some sub-lingual B12 tablets. Just be sure to tell your doctor as you would need to stop them for a bit before the doctor checks the level.

I hope this resolves for you soon. Welcome to the board and do ask any other questions you need as we have a lot of nice and knowledgeable folks here.

pikakegirl Enthusiast
pikakegirl
Posted

I had about 70 lbs of water inflamation on me when diagnosed and lost it the first year gluten free. What was once soreness all over became nerve pain when doing repetative motion with any limb that had previous injury or past repetative use like my hands. For years i did tests. Nerve tests with needles in the muscle, but no neuropathy. I even did a brain mri and spinal tap looking for ms. All negative. The word fibtomyalgia was used as well. However a ne pain specialist said it seems like myofacial pain syndrome which is asymmetrical like mine, fibro is symetrical. This has to do with damage to the facia and it not healing correctly. I get episodes upon use of muscle groups. I often wake up with my hands numb but it leaves within minutes. Hope you get some amswers, i find the not knowing the hardest.

  • 2 months later...
EU-Celiac Rookie
EU-Celiac
Posted
  • Author

Little update for you: since my last message I had a gastroscopy which confirmed my status of celiac and started to eat gluten free for now one month and half. I immediately saw a difference when going to the toilet, but concerning my fingers issue it's not gone yet. I also got a brain and spine MRI and nothing was detected. 

What do you suggest me? How could I see if I have nerve damages to my fingers?

ravenwoodglass Mentor
ravenwoodglass
Posted

A month and a half is not a very long time when it comes to healing. Issues like you are having with your hand may take some patience. Do supplement with B12, sublingual, at the least. Many benefit from supplementing all the B's. A physical therapist can be helpful if you are able to see one. If you haven't already do read the Newbie 101 thread at the top of the Coping section. If you are dealing with nerve impact you need to be really sure you are as strict as you can be to speed healing. Hope things improve for you soon. The resolution of GI symptoms shows you are doing a reasonably good job with the diet but don't get discouraged if you make a few mistakes it happens to all of us. 

EU-Celiac Rookie
EU-Celiac
Posted
  • Author

Thanks Ravenwodglass. How could I see if I have nerve damages to my fingers?

ravenwoodglass Mentor
ravenwoodglass
Posted
2 hours ago, EU-Celiac said:

Thanks Ravenwodglass. How could I see if I have nerve damages to my fingers?

A neurologist could do an electromylogram to see if nerve pathways are working properly if it is very debilitating. In the test they insert small needles into the muscles and then use low level current to see if the muscles respond. There really isn't a lot they can do though. They would likely refer you to a PT or OT.  Your GP can also refer you to a PT or OT you might not need to see a specialist.

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):


cyclinglady Grand Master
cyclinglady
Posted

I agree that It takes a much longer time to heal nerve damage.  Be patient and heed Ravenwoodglass’ advice!  

Have you been tested for thyroid antibodies?  My brother has Hashimoto’s and his main symptom was carpal tunnel syndrome.  It resolved with thyroid hormone replacement.  Both celiac disease and thyroiditis could be contributing to your finger issues.  

 

 

EU-Celiac Rookie
EU-Celiac
Posted
  • Author
On 9/24/2018 at 2:01 PM, ravenwoodglass said:

A neurologist could do an electromylogram to see if nerve pathways are working properly if it is very debilitating. In the test they insert small needles into the muscles and then use low level current to see if the muscles respond. There really isn't a lot they can do though. They would likely refer you to a PT or OT.  Your GP can also refer you to a PT or OT you might not need to see a specialist.

I made two electromylogram (EMG) who didn't show anything strange. what you mean by PT and OT?

EU-Celiac Rookie
EU-Celiac
Posted
  • Author
On 9/24/2018 at 3:06 PM, cyclinglady said:

I agree that It takes a much longer time to heal nerve damage.  Be patient and heed Ravenwoodglass’ advice!  

Have you been tested for thyroid antibodies?  My brother has Hashimoto’s and his main symptom was carpal tunnel syndrome.  It resolved with thyroid hormone replacement.  Both celiac disease and thyroiditis could be contributing to your finger issues.  

I don't know if in the blood tests I made they also checked for thyroid antibodies, but if this will not improve this is something I'll ask my doctor to check. Thanks!

On 9/24/2018 at 3:06 PM, cyclinglady said:

 

 

 

ravenwoodglass Mentor
ravenwoodglass
Posted
On 9/26/2018 at 12:49 PM, EU-Celiac said:

I made two electromylogram (EMG) who didn't show anything strange. what you mean by PT and OT?

PT physical therapist  OT occupational therapist

  • 1 month later...
EU-Celiac Rookie
EU-Celiac
Posted
  • Author

So Vitamine B12 has been checked and this is OK so I have to look somewhere else...

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.

Go to topic listing
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A19):


  • Member Statistics

    • Total Members
      127,743
    • Most Online (within 30 mins)
      7,748
    Jessica ostrander
    Newest Member
    Jessica ostrander
    Joined
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A20):

  • Forum Statistics

    • Total Topics
      121k
    • Total Posts
      70.4k
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A22):



  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A21):


  • Upcoming Events

  • Posts

    • Sandi20
      Gluten Free Daily Vitamins for Kids w/ Celiac

      By Sandi20 · Posted

      Thank you for your feed back and knowledge.  Scott do you know the names of the BIG manufactures who produce most supplements?  Love to research them all and decide on their principles and manufacturing certifications who I want to spend my dollars with if they provide other non private label supplements that are good. 
    • Scott Adams
      Gluten Free Daily Vitamins for Kids w/ Celiac

      By Scott Adams · Posted

      I haven't heard of them before, but a significant portion of dietary supplements are produced by a handful of large contract manufacturers. These companies have the facilities, expertise, and certifications to produce supplements at scale, making them attractive partners for brands that don’t have their own manufacturing capabilities. I doubt Forvia manufactures them directly, so it is hard to know if they are just doing clever marketing to a certain malabsorption crowd, or they actually have unique product.
    • Scott Adams
      Not sure if this is Celiac or just a gluten-free intolerance

      By Scott Adams · Posted

      That’s an interesting observation! The timing you mention does raise questions about the relationship between modern wheat varieties and the emergence of Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity (NCGS). Norman Borlaug’s work on high-yield, disease-resistant wheat during the Green Revolution significantly increased global food production, but it also led to changes in the composition of wheat, including higher gluten content to improve baking qualities. While NCGS was formally recognized as a condition in the 2010s (https://bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1741-7015-10-13 and https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3820047/) , it’s important to note that the awareness and diagnosis of gluten-related disorders have evolved over time. Some researchers suggest that modern wheat breeding practices, along with changes in food processing and gut health, may contribute to the rise in gluten sensitivity. However, the exact mechanisms behind NCGS are still not fully understood, and it remains a debated topic in the scientific community. It’s also worth considering that increased awareness and improved diagnostic tools have played a role in identifying conditions like NCGS that may have existed but were previously unrecognized. The interplay between genetic, environmental, and dietary factors makes this a complex issue, and more research is needed to fully understand the connections.
    • Scott Adams
      Trader Joe's strikes again

      By Scott Adams · Posted

      Here is a recent reply to a Celiac.com email asking for comment about gluten contamination detected in their bakery products: You can read more about it in this thread:  
    • trents
      My Adult daughter is blaming me for her "possible" Celiac disease.

      By trents · Posted

      @Marie70, it is very important that your daughter not begin experimenting with eating gluten free until all testing for celiac disease is complete. Doing so will invalidate the testing. Normally, the testing involves two stages. The first stage is blood antibody testing as per the article linked by Scott above. As you can see from the article, there are a number of tests that can be ordered when diagnosing celiac disease but most physicians will not order a complete panel. At the very minimum, your daughter should request two antibody tests, "total IGA" and "tTG-IGA". The tTG-IGA is considered the centerpiece of celiac disease testing but if total IGA is low (i.e., if she is IGA deficient), this will result in an artificially low tTG-IGA score and possibly a false negative. Many general practitioners are not very knowledgeable about celiac disease testing so we have found we have to be a little assertive in order to get proper testing done. I don't know under the relational circumstances how much input you will have with your daughter about these things but I thought I'd pass the info on to you anyway. The second stage of celiac disease testing involves an endoscopy with biopsy of the small bowel lining which is then sent to a lab for microscopic analysis. This checks for damage to the small bowel lining and is confirmation if any of the blood antibody tests are positive. It is also considered to be the gold standard of celiac disease diagnosis. Again, should her antibody testing be positive, your daughter would still need to be consuming gluten until after the endoscopy/biopsy is complete.
×
×
  • Create New...