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Thanks to all of you for your info and advice. MANY of you indicated that
these sores- both in and around the mouth- are very common in CD
patients. Here are some of your responses:
perhaps accidental ingestion of gluten
other food allergy/reaction; like citrus, walnuts
salt intake
keep a food diary
deficient in B vitamins

I found this response interesting, and when I tried to search the
archives for the rest of the article, I couldn't find it. If anyone can
point me in the right direction, that would be great. This is from
Dwight:

"Immunocomplexes with gliadin antibodies are present in the
skin of those with DH.  The erythematacous blisters tend to be
symmetrical
in distribution, and located on the elbows, buttocks, knees, back and/or
face.  [Dr. Fasano later mentions cracked lips as a possible celiac
disease
symptom.]"
Is there a "test" for other food allergies (casein, soy, etc), or do you
have to keep a journal and watch reactions to everything?
Many of you suggested keeping a good moisturizer on his lips. Do any of
you know if these sores could be related to viral illnesses? My son seems
to have no immune system, and usually days after these sores show up, he
gets a high fever, etc.
Again, thanks to all of you for all of your help. It is much appreciated.
Richelle

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