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Lisa <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
 
L> I saw the post about type 1 diabetes and cd and am wondering if there
L> is a link between type 2 and CD also.
 
First, realize that this is the opinion of a layperson, not a medical
professional.
 
I've read and heard of the relationship between CD and type I diabetes
several times, with the most recent being the Celiac Conference held in
Baltimore in July of this year.  My understanding is a higher percentage
of celiacs get type I (insulin-dependent) diabetes than in the general
population.  In other words, a celiac is more likely to have type I
diabetes than a non-celiac.
 
I believe someone asked about a link between type II diabetes and CD at
the Baltimore conference.  The answer was no.  In other words, a celiac
is no more likely to have type II (non-insulin-dependent) diabetes than
a non-celiac.
 
L> One of my friends has type 2 non-insulin dependent diabetes.  He gets
L> a lot of stomach and bowel problems....and I am starting to wonder if
L> he should be checked for CD...
 
A celiac is also no LESS likely to have type II diabetes than a
non-celiac.  That means there will be some unlucky souls that do have
both.  Your friend might be in this category.  It might be worthwhile
for him to see a gastroenterologist and get it checked out.
 
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