Got The Diagnosis-Finally

[SueQueBlue]

I had a EMA IgA test come back positive at the end of June, and had another upper endoscopy done last week. (I had one previously in Oct 2009 that was normal.) I got a call from my Dr. today-the biopsy of my small intestine came back positive for Celiac as well. So after a 18 months or so of misery, I finally got a diagnosis. I know that there is nothing medically anyone can do, but just knowing that it is a real problem, not just my imagination makes me feel a little better.

I'm sure I'll be hanging around here learning from all the experts!

[txplowgirl]

Welcome to the forums and should I say congratulations?

Seriously, Now you will be able to start feeling a lot better.

The only advise I can give you is start reading the threads and ask a lot of questions. We'll help you out.

Vicky

[jerseyangel]

Welcome to the board! Let us know how we can help

[ravenwoodglass]

Welcome. I hope you heal quickly. Ask any question you need to and read as much as you can. We sometimes have some ups and downs at first, hang in there if you do.

[missceliac2010]

I'm sure I'll be hanging around here learning from all the experts!

Welcome, and o boy are you right about the "experts" around here! The advice is great, and the people are responsive and kind. Welcome, and I hope your first few weeks of gluten-free go well. When something comes up, as away!

[Skylark]

Welcome to the officially gluten-free club. I'm glad you got the firm diagnosis you were wanting. I hope going on the diet helps you feel a lot better!

[LDJofDenver]

It's a relief, isn't it, to finally have a diagnosis - a reason! And as maladies go, at least celiac disease is treated by diet.

You'll have a bit of a learning curve at first, but you're on your way to healing.

Aside from the obvious, not eating gluten, there are things you need to watch out for. Be aware that