Posts by Chloe Lewis83

Could someone please take a look at these latest blood results and tell me what you think?

(S)tTG- IgA Tissue Transglutaminase Antibodies-IgA... 0.5 (0-10)
(S)AGA-IgG Gliadin Antibodies-IgG... 12.1 H (0-12)

On a side note, I’ve been dealing with this relentless skin itching that hits at all hours, leaving behind these tiny little abrasions once I start scratching. My doctor suspects this might just be another symptom of Celiac disease.😢

Thanks!

So, here’s my situation. I had a dentist who handled all my dental work, but after she finished fixing my lower premolars—one of which was actually a second time around—both teeth became incredibly sensitive. We're talking painful sensitivity whenever I bite down on something hard like a crusty piece of sourdough or drink cold water. It feels like there’s this nagging gap between the filling and the tooth itself. When I brought it up, she just brushed it off, insisting the sensation would eventually fade away. Well, three years later, nothing has changed. Was the initial work botched, or am I dealing with an underlying issue within the tooth? Regardless, I’ve moved on to a new provider and I’m heading back in to get those same teeth redone 😢.
Thanks!

I’d love to hear your thoughts or if you’ve dealt with something similar.

velvetmoose9 said:CBC - complete blood count
Differential CBC
- Certain types of anemia tend to shadow celiac disease, which is why doctors usually run a full CBC/differential alongside other tests as part of the screening process.

BMI - body mass index

Your mother might also be a candidate for testing if there’s any suspicion regarding celiac issues.

Once you finish this initial "routine" round, you'll likely be referred to a gastroenterologist or an internist for deeper investigation—specifically to check for antibodies like anti-endomysial, anti-gliadin, or tissue transglutaminase, and they may suggest a GI endoscopy, particularly a colonoscopy, and potentially an intestinal biopsy; it sounds daunting, but the procedures themselves are generally painless.

Keep us posted on how things unfold 🙂

Well, yes... I have to go through the whole gauntlet. I already had my blood drawn from three different vials; one set of results is back, and I'm still waiting on the others. My mother is going through the same thing. Next up, I need an abdominal ultrasound and stool samples, though they haven't recommended a colonoscopy just yet. I'll see what the full picture looks like once all the results are in, and then I'll touch base again.😁
Thanks!

velvetmoose9 said:Are the thyroid levels within range?
How about iron?
And a standard CBC?

Has anyone brought up gluten intolerance or Celiac disease?
Is this weight something you've always had, or have you experienced any recent shifts—either sudden drops or gradual changes?
How’s the appetite?
Any issues with digestion or bowel movements?
What does your activity level look like?
And what about family history, specifically the BMI of your parents or siblings?

Thyroid is fine, and my CBC (what does that cover again? 😁 ) looks okay.
My doctor ordered tests because they suspect Celiac might be at play, especially given this persistent skin rash I deal with.
I've been naturally thin for as long as I can remember.
Appetite is great.
Digestion is pretty irregular; I need to get a sample sent in.
As for activity, I used to be quite athletic, but these days it's mostly just walking for an hour or so every day, if that counts.
Regarding BMI? My mother also has a low body mass, though it wasn't always that way for her.

Maria Fisher46 said:Ma'am,

you haven't actually specified the underlying reason why these tests were ordered in the first place.

Looking at the results, there is an abbreviated AT&T value mentioned. Generally, an abnormal AT&T reading can be part of what we call an acute phase response—essentially the blood reacting to inflammation or injury—which is usually just a temporary state that normalizes once the trigger resolves. There's also the possibility that poor sample collection during the draw caused the discrepancy.

As for the ferritin levels, which act as a gauge for your body's iron stores, they are sitting right at the bottom edge of the normal range...

I'm in my early 20s and weighing about 88 pounds, which is far too low for my age, so my doctor suspects a food allergy might be the culprit and suggested I run these panels...
Thanks.!

Hey there. I’d appreciate some perspective on these blood work results if anyone has a moment. 😕

(P)PV 1.11 ,(>0.70)
(P)INR 0.96 (2.0-3.5) recommendation for monitoring OAT
(P)AT&T 19.2 L ,units s, (22-33)
(P)AT&T ratio 0.66 L (0.8-1.2)

(S)Total proteins 73, ref.interval (66-81)
(S)IgA 1.04 ,(0.4-3.5)
(S)IgM 1.88 ,(0.50-3.00)
(S)IgG 11.16 ,(6.5-16.0) ,Adult R.I.
(S)Ferritin 14 , (13-150)
(S)Protein electrophoresis -

Thanks.