Type 1 Diabetes & Gluten Sensitivity

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Numerous studies demonstrate the association of Type 1 Diabetes (an autoimmune disorder) with gluten sensitivity. T1DM patients should always be tested for one of the HLA-DQ gluten sensitivity genes, and strictly avoid gluten if found positive. Here are quotes from a few relevant papers:

  1. "Coeliac disease commonly occurs in Type 1 diabetes."
  2. "The association between celiac disease (CD) and type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM) is recognized."
  3. "Recent data suggest that gliadin is also involved in the pathogenesis of T1D."

Note: Gliadin is the allergic component of gluten.

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