<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Over the past year, every time I have a bowel movement, I have extreme difficulty breathing (I am asthmatic). As soon as I have passed the stool, the symptoms subside (typical IBS). I am alergic to wheat (eating white bread products triggers breathing difficulty). This is the same type of breathing difficulty I have immediately prior and during a bowel movement (anytime of day). All the antibody tests are normal except Riticulin, which is 1:160 Titer vs 1:40. I have a history of IBS. I also have had systemic candidious due to extensive antibiotic and steriod treatments for asthma. Since I stopped eating gluten (3 weeks), I no longer have to go to the emergency room for treatment (which required cortisone shots). However the symptoms are still "very" uncomfortable. My doctors (family, GI, pulminary) have no idea. I have most of the symptoms of Celiac disease (my diagnosis). I would appreciate all help. 3 John 2, David [log in to unmask]