It's really not that bad. I found out because I was Anemic. The Doctor thought I had an ulcer but it was Celiac instead. That was 8.5 years ago. All things considered, I'm far better off knowing I have it than not. There's no cure, no drugs, just entirely diet management. I never really cared for beer, but wine is OK. No Rye whiskey either. As I get older, I can't remember all the things that I am missing so it's working out.