judyg

About me.....I am a 47 year old female, married 20 years with 3 boys ages 19, 17 and 9. I used to be be a very active mom and always put my childrens needs first. I also was a hard working successful business owner!

I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease in September 2009. I have been really sick since Spring of 2007, but have suffered on and off since 2002 with lots of odd ailments, I can now contribute to Celiac. My biggest frustration has been the lack of knowledge about Celiac that most doctors have. I actually had to ask for a Celiac Blood Panel test and then when they did the EGD the Doctor said I definitely had Celiac and to go Gluten Free. I immediately and strictly ate Gluten Free and got relief with my stomach problems. My muscle aches and joint problems showed some improvement, but they still give me problems everyday.

The toughest part has been on my mental health and overall well being. I was a type "A" personality who was efficient, organized and could get anything done. Now I feel depressed daily, have no energy, terrible mood swings, and feel like I have let my family down. I can no longer work, my state disability has run out and I was denied Social Security disability. I have appealed it, but I know it will be a fight I may not have the energy for. I am joing this group in anticipation of getting a glimmer of hope that I will get some part of my life back. I have made an appointment at the Standford Celiac Sprue Clinic in my last effort to find a doctor who truly understands Celiac Disease.