Celiac disease anyone? - Celiac Disease Message Board

alamaz · 02-20-2007, 07:08 PM

I was diagnosed today with celiac disease (allergic to gluten/wheat products). Surprisingly enough, celiac disease can cause miscarriages and infertility problems if not diagnosed and caught. So, I've had the miscarriages and feel like I have something that can explain possibly why. I was just wondering if any one else here has celiac disease and how they cope with the restricitve diet and also TTC.
Thanks,
Amy

eurokelly · 02-21-2007, 04:32 AM

Hi Amy, I don't have any insights for you - just wanted to post to say whilst i am so sorry you have something else to cope with on top on TTC, it would be good if you have a definite answer to your problems and a way to resolve them hey? I think it sounds as though you are being positive, I hope so and I wish you all the very best of luck and dust xxx

megss · 02-21-2007, 07:00 AM

Alamaz I don't know if you remember me but I also have celiac disease. It really stinks to be honest. Eating gluten free is a huge challenge, but it is possible. Most grocery stores have an organic section with lots of gluten free things like pasta, bread, canned goods, and condiments. I will be honest though many of those products don't taste good at all. I have found some pasta and canned goods that are good, but you have to experiment with the different varieties. I eat a lot of mexican with 100% corn shells, lots of rice, fresh fruits and veggies, and lots of protein. I still haven't totally figured out how to eat at restaurants though. I also had a m/c when I wasn't following the diet, so there is truth to that. Good luck and I will check back in if you need support!

Amy 333 · 02-21-2007, 07:23 AM

I understand its not easy copy with any other health issues when TTC. However its better when you are aware of the problem that way you can deal with it and hopefully get pregnant quicker. I was facing the same problem last week when above the TTC matter and a previously diagnosed blood problem i have now got to know my thyriod s not functioning normally. In Fact this might also have been the cause of my m/ c last summer. At 1st i was angry but now i realise its better knowing where i stand.

A friend of mine has the same problem though after eliminating problem foods she got pregnant after 2 months. It take some time to get used to the new eating habits though since you ve got such an imp goal as TTC i am sure you ll manage.

Take care of yourself
Another Amy

alamaz · 02-21-2007, 08:58 AM

Thank for your responses. It's a funny thing to be happy to be diagnosed with this disease because for three years I've had non-descript symptoms that most doctors and probably my family blew off as being a hypochondriac. So now that I know I'm not crazy, I feel soooo much better

Amy- I wish you lots of luck in figuring out your thyroid problem. A lot of women who I work with have similar issues. It seems to be so common!

Megss- I do remember you. How are you feeling these days? I was over on the pregnancy board with you and we were both due in September. I had a m/c in January at 7 weeks and never had the heart to go on that board and let every one know. I felt like I'd bring bad vibes or something. I am up for the challange of eating GF even though I know it will be diffucult. I have an appt. with a nutritionist in the coming weeks so hopefully that will help me beging to recognize what I can and can't eat. Any tips would be more than welcome! It's a good thing I like to cook because I have a feeling I'll be doing a lot more of that from now on!

Amy