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  1. Scott Adams
    I believe that IgA deficiency is genetic and won't change over a person's lifetime, so if you are IgA deficient you'll always be that way.
  2. Scott Adams
    If your husband is 100% gluten-free going forward, any fertility affects caused by untreated celiac disease should disappear, it's very important that his diet is gluten-free. This article has some detailed information on how to be 100% gluten-free, so it may be helpful (be sure to also read the comments section.):
  3. Scott Adams
    I agree with @trents and your low total IgA means that your tTG-IgA would have been higher--and you already mentioned that it was a "weak positive." A weak positive is still a positive test result, so the likely next test would be an endoscopy to confirm celiac disease. This article might be helpful. It breaks down each type of test, and what a positive...
  4. Scott Adams
    I believe you meant that your tTg-IgA levels went up even though you've been on a gluten-free diet, is that correct. If so, are you sure you understand the gluten-free diet fully? This article has some detailed information on how to be 100% gluten-free, so it may be helpful (be sure to also read the comments section.):
  5. Scott Adams
    It's too bad they didn't do a full celiac disease panel that included DGP-IgA and DGP-IgG (Deamidated Gliadin Peptide) tests. This article might be helpful. It breaks down each type of test, and what a positive results means in terms of the probability that you might have celiac disease. Approximately 10x more people have non-celiac gluten...
  6. Scott Adams
    Oh I see, I guess only 2x reading glasses or a magnifying glass would help with that.
  7. Scott Adams
    I've never heard of gluten in perfumes before. How can you be sure that your reaction wasn't caused by something else, or was perhaps an allergic reaction?
  8. Scott Adams
    Note that you can adjust font sizes yourself in your browser. In your settings look for the zoom or the font size settings.
  9. Scott Adams
    Approximately 10x more people have non-celiac gluten sensitivity than have celiac disease, but there isn’t yet a test for NCGS. If your symptoms go away on a gluten-free diet it would likely signal NCGS.
  10. Scott Adams
    More information about "Gluten-Free Lebanese Tabbouleh"
    Celiac.com 09/11/2024 - Lebanese Tabbouleh is a beloved dish that showcases the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean diet. Traditionally made with bulgur wheat, this parsley-rich salad has been a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine for centuries...
  11. Scott Adams
    If your Total IgA Test was deficient, like you mention, then you could have a false negative with your tTG-IgA (tissue transglutaminase IgA) Blood Test for Celiac Disease.
  12. Scott Adams
    PS- It has come to my attention that this forum is criticized by other celiac Reddit boards and Facebook groups because of our emphasis on supplementation, but after 3 decades I'm convinced that a majority of celiacs will need extensive, lifelong supplementation to recover, and especially those who had Marsh 3 type villi damage.
  13. Scott Adams
    I suspect this hidden damage is why my neurological issues didn't improve for decades, until I started more rigorous dietary supplementation.
  14. Scott Adams
    I've never heard of figs triggering celiac disease or DH, and they contain less than 20 micrograms of iodine per 100 grams, so they considered low in iodine--if you have DH you will likely also want to avoid iodine, which is common in seafoods and dairy products, as it can exacerbate symptoms in some people. Is there a chance you could be allergic to them...
  15. Scott Adams
    They should be naturally gluten-free, and likely safe for you, but if you have concerns you could switch to a brand that specifically says "gluten-free" on its label, either before or after you finish the bottle you have. A recent Celiac.com poll indicates that ~33% of celiacs include items which don't say "gluten-free" on their labels, and actually...
  16. Scott Adams
    While it is true that a small minority of people with celiac disease don't fully recover unless they go grain-free, the majority recover on a standard gluten-free diet which includes gluten-free grains like corn, millet, quinoa, sorghum, etc. The following two lists are very helpful for anyone who is gluten sensitive and needs to avoid gluten when...
  17. Scott Adams
    For a full panel these tests would be good: Total IgA Test tTG-IgA (tissue transglutaminase IgA) Blood Test for Celiac Disease tTG-IgG (tissue transglutaminase IgG) Blood Test for Celiac Disease DGP-IgA and DGP-IgG (Deamidated Gliadin Peptide) Blood Tests for Celiac Disease If you have the details of your original test(s),...
  18. Scott Adams
    Here is a quick Yelp search--but keep in mind that eating out is probably the most common source of cross-contamination, so read the reviews carefully and talk to the restaurant staff before your order: https://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=Gluten+Free+Restaurants&find_loc=Columbia%2C+SC
  19. Scott Adams
    Welcome to the forum @Firechick1967, it might be too late for this but this article may be helpful:
  20. Scott Adams
    More information about "From Captivity to Freedom: Sasha Skochilenko's Journey of Resilience and Hope"
    Celiac.com 09/10/2024 - Sasha Skochilenko, a St. Petersburg artist, was sentenced to seven years in prison for her bold act of protest against the Russian invasion of Ukraine. She replaced supermarket price tags with anti-war messages...
  21. Scott Adams
    More information about "Gluten-Free on a Budget: Affordable Options for Every Meal"
    Celiac.com 09/09/2024 - The popularity of gluten-free living has grown significantly in recent years, whether due to health conditions like celiac disease or as a personal health choice. Unfortunately, many people associate the gluten...
  22. Scott Adams
    Many others here have reported having both colitis and celiac disease, and you can find some older posts here: https://www.celiac.com/search/?q=colitis&quick=1&type=forums_topic
  23. Scott Adams
    There are many grains that are gluten-free which people with celiac disease can safely consume, including corn (as long is it is not cross contaminated). This article has some detailed information on how to be 100% gluten-free, so it may be helpful (be sure to also read the comments section.):
  24. Scott Adams
    This article may also be helpful as it offers various ways to relieve the itch:
  25. Scott Adams
    More information about "Understanding the Role of Transglutaminase 2 in Celiac Disease"
    Celiac.com 09/09/2024 - Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder affecting about one percent of the global population. Those with celiac disease must adhere to a strict gluten-free diet, as there is currently no other treatment option...
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