Possible Celiac Disease
I seem to have always had stomach issues thinking it was acid reflux, some intestinal disorder, and many other things that were ruled out. As a kid, my stomach hurt a lot and I had similar symptoms but nothings quite as bad as this year. Last April, my health took a turn for the worse I had fatigue, vomiting, joint pain, bloating, low iron, nausea, pallor, I was always hungry yet the food made my stomach hurt like severe mentral cramps. No one could figure out what was wrong with me, no doctors, I was diagnosed with an intestinal disorder that is about 8 sylables long but the meds made me feel even more sick. It was so bad that I had to take some time off for a few months.
I guess there has been a lot of speculation and rumor about when I wasn’t available like I was arrested, had a baby, lol, and a few other funny ones. The fact is that I have been sick and it has been awful. Those the spread the rumors won’t read my blogs to see the real reason but hey, if they are talking about me, they are leaving other people alone right? Right.
So my mom was wathing TV and saw a show on Celiac Disease and all the symptoms seemed to ring true with what my symptoms are. This week I started a new diet that is gluten free and I am already feeling better. I am trying it until Friday to see the real result and the doctor said it can take as little as 3 days to tell a difference. I am seeing a difference already because I am not bloated and I seem to not be retaining as much water. My face isn’t as full(water retention) and I have lost a few pounds, and my energy and mood seem to be in much better shape than last week. Last week was also a great week in NYC but when you aren’t feeling well, you can be in paradise and be grouchy.
I should know for sure in a few days but so far, I am feeling much better. I don’t have to go lay down after I eat and I’m not popping tums or other acid reflux meds like candy. Wish me luck, I think I have this thing figured out and its ass kicked!
If you have pain after eating or any of the symptoms I meantioned abovve, check out Celiac.com for more information
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December 18th, 2009 at 4:19 am
Sure this info is available via Celiac.com but they do have accurate tests to determine if you have Celiac. My Grandmother, and Great Uncle have it, and there was concern my sister had it (tests came back negative though). Good news is there is a TON of Gluten free food nowadays including very good breads. “Contains Wheat” labeling is also much more common. Hope you feel better!