jldanforth

Thanks gemini, I have an appt to see a gastroenterologist tomorrow. I have not been offically diagnosed as Celiac, my PCP tells me I am 'lactose intolerant' despite elevated IGg and Iga. I am going for a consult. Based on how this meeting goes I may be still be seeking for answers. I have been thinking about going to a naturopath, so this might be the alternative...

Hi does anyone know of a doctor in central Massachusetts (around the Acton - Leominster area) that is good for evaluation of Celiac? One that takes his/her time and doesn't rush you out the door. Thanks jl

Hi, I am relatively new to this board. I have been following a lot of the blogs with interest and mine contains some of the same questions. Here is the scenario: I have had a history of 'IBS' for years, self-diagnosed although my MD did not disagree. This past year I have had episodes of severe abdominal bloating with such bad cramping I have to walk the...

I am a new group member and have been reading this thread with a lot of interest. I have not officially been diagnosed as having Celiac disease, at least my MD has not told me I have it. Based on my history of IBS and significant problems with bloating he did order blood work. Here are my results: Antigliadin Antibody, IgG - 31 (high); Antigliadin Antibody...

Thanks to everyone for the comments, suggestions and support. I am learning, and will keep on with the gluten-free and dairy-free for now. JL

Hi, I am new to this board and have a few questions. I have not been diagnosed as having Celiac disease. I have had a hx of IBS (mostly self-diagnosed) and since last fall, if not before, have had the additional problem of abd bloating. Sometimes at night it has been severe enough to keep me up and walking the floor with low abd pain, gas pains and severe...