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    • Scott Adams
      We haven't had issues with ours falling apart, but do let us know what you find.
    • Theresa2407
      those are spring roll wrappers and will not work for true egg rolls; they kept  fall apart.  But thank you for your reply.
    • Scott Adams
      In our house we use these, which you can also fry in oil in a pan: https://www.amazon.com/52USA-Wrappers-Dumplings-102-Gluten-Free-Vietnamese/dp/B0CYW29SXR/ 
    • Scott Adams
      Your experience with a persistently swollen lymph node is understandable, especially given your autoimmune diagnosis. It’s reassuring that the ultrasound showed no suspicious features and your doctor attributes it to your autoimmune condition—this is actually quite common. Many people with autoimmune disorders (like celiac disease, rheumatoid arthritis, or lupus) report swollen lymph nodes as their immune system remains in a heightened state of activity. Since your node hasn’t changed significantly in years and imaging supports its benign nature, cancer is unlikely, but your concern is valid. If the node grows, becomes painful, or develops other worrisome changes (like hardness or irregular shape), pushing for a biopsy would be reasonable. However, given your stable history and medical reassurance, monitoring it may be the best approach for now. That said, if anxiety persists, discussing a biopsy with your doctor for absolute peace of mind is never wrong—your comfort matters too. Others in autoimmune communities often share similar stories of "reactive" nodes that linger indefinitely, so you’re not alone. Trust your instincts, but also take comfort in the ultrasound results and your overall stability since diagnosis. Keep your doctor updated if anything shifts!
    • Scott Adams
      Your experience sounds incredibly challenging, and it’s clear that your body is reacting severely to gluten, whether it’s due to celiac disease or a worsening gluten intolerance. Given your recent symptoms—especially the intense diarrhea, chills, and systemic inflammation—it does align with celiac disease, particularly since your doctor noted these as hallmark signs. The fact that even trace amounts (like soy sauce) are now triggering such extreme reactions suggests your sensitivity has escalated significantly. Since you’ve been gluten-free for a week (aside from the soy sauce), your doctor is right that the blood test might still detect antibodies if your gut is highly inflamed. However, for the most accurate results, celiac testing typically requires consistent gluten consumption (the "6-week challenge"), as antibodies diminish when gluten is avoided. Given how sick you’ve been, though, reintroducing gluten now could be unbearable. If the blood test is negative, you might need to discuss with the gastroenterologist whether further testing (like another endoscopy) is worth the toll of a gluten challenge. Your prior negative test 3.5 years ago may indeed have been a false negative due to insufficient gluten intake, so this time, proper testing is crucial for a definitive answer. For now, proceed with the blood test tomorrow—if positive, it could spare you further gluten exposure. If negative, you’ll need to weigh the risks of a controlled gluten challenge versus accepting a strict gluten-free lifestyle based on symptoms alone. Either way, your resolve to avoid gluten is wise given the severity of your reactions. Prioritize healing with your bland diet and follow up closely with your doctor. 
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