<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Hi Everyone, My brother recently had part of his large bowel, small bowel, small intestine and appendix out. Since my mother and I have celiac disease, and my children have symptoms as well, is it probable that my brother has celiac disease too? I mentioned to him that he should be tested, but he doesn't think he has it. I hate to see him degenerate further. Is there any way I can convince him to be tested? Thanks for a wonderful list! All the best, Susan