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Endoscopy Questions

marycubs

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marycubs Rookie
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Hi -

I'm one of the newbies... I had an endoscopy yesterday and the Dr. won't be able to tell me the results of my biopsy for a few days. But he did note two things from the endoscopy - one is that I had a scalloped duodenum ? I think that is an indicator of celiac ? The other is that I have an indication of Gastroparesis, a disorder where the stomach takes too long to empty its contents. (My scope wasn't until 3 in the afternoon and I had not eaten since 6 pm the evening before - and there was still food present in my stomach).

Have any of you had the same results ?

This site has kept me sane the last few days. I've been on an emotional rollercoaster - due to a breakup of a long term relationship - but also in dealing with my health , and the tests. It's good to know that I'm not alone in dealing with these symptoms.

thanks,

Mary

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Welcome! you will find a lot of nice and friendly people here with lots of good advice! Always feel free to ask questions!

I hope your test results go well. Let us know how you do.

B)

My scope wasn't until 3 in the afternoon and I had not eaten since 6 pm the evening before - and there was still food present in my stomach

I don't have gastroparesis but I know that it does take a long time for food to leave the stomach.

jknnej Collaborator
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I'm sorry I can't answer your questions but welcome to the board and feel free to vent, ask for advice or give advice as freely as you wish!

Sorry to hear about your relationship....that can be devastating.

jennifer

Lesliean Apprentice
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Mary welcome to the boards! Did you have blood tests done too? What tests did they do? Keep us posted on the lab results. Usually the endoscopy results have to be read in the lab but what he said so far sounds like it could indicate damaged villi. This link is on scalloped duodenum. https://www.celiac.com/st_prod.html?p_prodi...-22105382255.f0

Are you having symptoms? Are you ready to go gluten free if you test positive? We will support you here. Good luck.

Leslie

marycubs Rookie
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Hi again

Yes, I have had symptoms for about the last 2 years. I have bloating, abdominal pain, gas, a change in my bowels - that seem to fit celiac. Also anemia, fatigue, headaches and I would say depression - or feeling pretty blah. :( The first few doctors labeled it as IBS (I had a colonoscopy that came out with no physical problems)..but I never felt the IBS symptoms quite matched mine. My family physician put me on iron supplements and effexor for depression. After a year of my iron levels not improving I started to surf the web and found that celiac could cause the digestive issues and the anemia. I requested the celiac panel and the results indicted celiac so I had the endoscopy. I know they did the celiac panel but I don't know my numbers.

If this is indeed my problem then yes, I am ready to change my diet...the last year has been really hard for me - more the impact on me mentally and emotionally then physically. (Although its all related - I told my doctor that when I think about it I haven't felt 'good' for two days in a row for a few years.) I'm 42 and otherwise healthy - and it just seems like I'm too young to settle for this kind of health. So, I will be relying on you all for help with the gluten-free process.

This is a wonderful board - so glad I found it ! :rolleyes:

Mary

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mm&j Apprentice
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Hi -

I'm one of the newbies... I had an endoscopy yesterday and the Dr. won't be able to tell me the results of my biopsy for a few days. But he did note two things from the endoscopy - one is that I had a scalloped duodenum ? I think that is an indicator of celiac ? The other is that I have an indication of Gastroparesis, a disorder where the stomach takes too long to empty its contents. (My scope wasn't until 3 in the afternoon and I had not eaten since 6 pm the evening before - and there was still food present in my stomach).

Have any of you had the same results ?

This site has kept me sane the last few days. I've been on an emotional rollercoaster - due to a breakup of a long term relationship - but also in dealing with my health , and the tests. It's good to know that I'm not alone in dealing with these symptoms.

thanks,

Mary

Hi Mary,

I got the diagnosis of a scalloped duodenum today and had questions as you did. Did you find out anything else about it? It is confusing and a bit scary. I'd appreciate any help on knowing what this means from anyone. Is it just another marker of Celiac or something even more serious? I guess that I am in an anxious mood or state today...

Thanks,

mm&j (Susie)

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