Paula McVicker

Hi DanMaggs Congratulations on taking extreme care with your daughter's health. I bet no one has ever said that to you?! I have a question, which you may or may not have thought about. Has your daughter become a victim of some "bullies" that think it's funny to contaminate her food without her knowledge just to see her reactions? It's...

Get your daughter, alongside yourself, to explore the virtual site on here. It will empower her & give her a great resource if she is struggling away from home. If she's moving to a different area explore it with her & ascertain safe places for her to eat etc. But, above all get her to ditch those friends who are not supportive nor understanding...

Glutenbustermama, What a dilemma even in today's supposedly informed society. I would take the stance that all rewards should be non food based. After all aren't they just leading their children into a world of obesity whereby they're teaching them food will & must be their reward for everything in life!!! What kind of lesson is that...

Could he do remote work from home? It may help alleviate all the stress this undoubtedly is having on him & your family. If not now, then possibly look into a future career for him whereby he can remotely work. It's an option more readily available nowadays.

Hi Jordan Trent's comments are spot on. Unless you want to wait another 10 months for an Endoscopy etc., start eating gluten now. Unfortunately that's how it works, but, if the test confirms Coeliac, then you will be on the right road to recovery sooner. Good luck on your journey & keep us informed.

Good grief Maria you have been "hung out to dry" & left floating on the wind. No help, no compassion & no respect from any of the so called medical professionals. Get used to it & deal with it proactively. Even though it will be you that has to endure their disdain & wrath should you get it wrong!! Don't accept this from any of them. Most...

Hi Maureen & Hubby I'm not going to pretend that I know what all those tests even mean. Whether you're a Coeliac or not they are extremely confusing & useless to any lay person. Especially given the cancer history of your family this must be so overwhelming for you all. I'm so sorry you have to go through this. However, on a less technical...

Suzi374 I'm glad I was of some help. I've children as well & I know it's frustrating for the whole family when one member is ill with an undiagnosed condition. Definitely get them on board. Education & communication is key to you being successful.

I would just like to say that your boss's comments speak more about their ignorance & interpersonal skills than about you. If you're not the one creating the mess, then ignore them. Some people get off on this type of bullying - their problem not yours. then maybe he is making the mess but is too embarrassed to do anything about it, possibly through...

So you fell off the band wagon - it happens but not because you are weak willed, it's because society does not cater for your needs! This is where you need to stand up & demand that you are respected, heard & have a right to food that is good for you. Just like everyone else! Yes we're a minority but it doesn't mean we deserve less. If...

Hi suzi375 I'm not familiar with your other conditions, but I would say Go for the tests. Get a definite diagnosis once & for all. You can't spend the rest of your life in limbo like this. You need to know for sure in order for you to plan your life better. Good luck on your journey

Hi Doreyn & Everyone, pardon my intrusion on this topic but as a Coeliac for 60 years I would like to offer my opinion on what I feel may be happening here with this. I feel that your husband is in denial of your condition. You've been married for 16(?) years & for most of that time you've enjoyed the same food & lifestyle. He's not dealing...