Posted by lynn mae on May 17, 2009, at 11:25:34
In reply to mono/allergies/celiac/Lyme; constant fatigue - son, posted by garnet71 on May 14, 2009, at 18:16:56
You should absolutely have your son tested for celiac disease. Fatigue is a very, very common symptom of celiac--especially in men--and can be confused for so many other conditions. And, with the stomach issues, it seems like a very likely diagnosis.
If your doctor is resistant to ordering the test, there is a new at-home celiac test kit that is so easy to use and will tell you in 10 minutes if your son has celiac disease. It's just a simple finger prick and really doesn't hurt. It kind of feels like a rubber band snapping against your finger. Check it out at http://celiachometest.com/
best of luck!
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