<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> 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. -- -- Jim Lyles -- [log in to unmask] -- Holly, Michigan, USA --