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  1. JDThornton
    I have very similar symptoms, and have been given similar tests (4 MRIs, 3 CAT scans, and 2 EEGs, among others). I got three different diagnosis from a number of doctors, the most popular of which is migraines, as you said. I am pushing, primarily because my neuro and GI symptoms have affected my work a lot this year, and I would like to be able to show my...
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    I think you just answered your own question. Everyone thinks I'm crazy too; my own mother has mentioned hypochondria a couple times. But it's real and it's out there. You don't have to turn it into an argument; just mention the basics and suggest a full panel. Good luck!
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    Mostly all my childhood. More severe at 18. Sustained since 26. I am now 29.
  4. JDThornton
    Thank you everyone!! I think an allergy test should be sufficient, then I'll be going on to the gluten-free diet. Bought a cookbook for gluten-free comfort foods this weekend, so I'm ready! Thank you all for your advice. I am glad to be here!
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    Calcium is a natural muscle relaxant, and when we cut out dairy, we tend to not get enough. Do you take a non-dairy calcium supplement? It might help. I have RLS too, and sometimes if it's really bad I have a little valerian tea; it tastes horrible, but I mix it with peppermint and chamomile or catnip, which are also relaxants. Helps a lot, and I sleep...
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    Have you ever seen a chiropractor? It really almost sounds like your back and hips could be out of line, which causes neck, back, leg and even chest and abdominal pains. Everything in your body is connected, so being out of place can affect the whole system. It's definitely worth a shot.
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    Okay, so if you missed my story earlier, I have a long list of typical celiac symptoms, including depression, severe cramps, constipation, bloating, major constant gas, etc. (See "Should I Re-Test", same thread, for the whole story). I have weight gain instead of loss, but my stomach is firm to the touch as if constantly bloated. Blood tests came up negative...
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    Very interesting! Thanks for your feedback. I have an appointment with a GI today, so we shall see what happens. Also have an appointment later in December to get allergy skin tests. My low vit D is what started me on this research, because I have D in my multi-vit, take an additional D supplament every day, and drink D fortified milk, so I was like "what...
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    Thanks!! I requested the test results, so I should have them in a couple days. I also have an appointment with a GI today at 12:30. Crossing my fingers! Also, realized that I have recently developed pits in my nails (but no skin rashes) and hair loss, and this morning I have hives on my stomach area. Getting interesting! Lol. I also am struggling with depression...
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    Okay, here's my story: All growing up I had the stomach flu every year until my late teens. I had bronchitis and strep a lot as well. When I turned 18, I was a nanny for my aunt up in Michigan and suddenly developed a severe stomach issue; I lived on yogurt for several weeks. I went to the doctor and they did several tests, including a stomach x-ray...
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