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Need A New Doctor In Ct

KathleenBP

By KathleenBP
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KathleenBP Newbie
KathleenBP
Posted

It has been suggested by several members that I look for a new doctor to get a proper diagnosis. I recently had an endoscopy done and tested positve for celiac sprues; however, bloodwork was negative. My current doctor says its only a gluten allergy and not celiac. From what I have read and what members have written, I believe it is celiac. I am looking for a second opinion but can't seem to locate anyone who might specialize in this area in the state of CT. Does anyone have any names?

Thanks for your help.

Kathleen

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Lisa Mentor
Lisa
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Kathleen,

I don't know of any Doctors in your area, but I will post a local link to support groups in your area.

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If either blood work or through endo/biopsy you test positive for Celiac...that is a diagnosis. Both tests can very inaccurate. You do have Celiac. Do you have your pathology report back from your endoscopy? That should tell you the findings and diagnosis/comments.

Your best source of information is right here on Celiac.com.

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Darkfox021 Newbie
Darkfox021
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Hi Kathleen, any luck with finding a doctor? My doctor gave me the names of three GI doctors who he says are good, but I would prefer to go directly to a doctor who has specific experience with Celiac disease (also, I wasn't happy with another specialist he's sent me to). I'm not sure how to find that information out without an office visit.

If you haven't had success, yet, I can give you the names of the one's I have (all three are in the same office in Trumbull).

JoeB Apprentice
JoeB
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I've used the same gastroenterlogist in the Bridgeport area for the last 15 years. If you contact me directly, I can give you his name and number.

john smith Newbie
john smith
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I went to a urgent care for treatment of the injury. I told the doctor I had experienced pain and inflamation in my leg while doing a particular move on a climbing road. The Doctor had a ct taken of the shoulder. The ct doctor had the ct machine set to high so the 1st ct was to over exsposed, the 2nd ct was still a little over exposed but they used it to evaluate the injury.

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pcgracie Newbie
pcgracie
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Would you be able to share the names of the doctors you're seeing in Trumbull? I'm newly diagnosed and live in the area. Thanks!

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