i3oogieDown
-
Posts
13 -
Joined
-
Last visited
i3oogieDown's Achievements
-
Sounds like perhaps a call to my insurance might be in order, too. Thanks!
-
That's a good idea, I will ask about that when I call. I read through an interview that Lebwhol gave, sounded great, but sometimes when you're heavy into the research side of things you don't have as much time for patients. I can also see the benefit of seeing one of the female doctors, but I couldn't decide based on the limited information I've been able...
-
Yes, I did tell the person in the office that. She mentioned genetic (cheek swab) testing for markers and a couple of other things. I will get more information when I call for an appointment, but I need to decide on a doctor before I make the call.
-
Hello all - please forgive me if this has been discussed before, as I'm having trouble finding existing info in the forum. I am planning a trip to the Columbia University Celiac Disease Center ASAP, based on a recommendation from a family with a Celiac child in my area. I've been gluten/casein free for nearly 5 years now and I'm looking for a diagnosis...
-
ARCHIVED Any National Chains That Serve gluten-free Breakfast?
i3oogieDown replied to mateo2099's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
I had good luck at Denny's the other day... I really miss greasy spoon diner food sometimes, but this was a decent substitute. The eggs/omelets and hash browns were fine. They have a pdf allegergen list on their website, and I spoke with the server before taking the plunge. I'll admit I was scared because of the cross-contamination potential, but that... -
ARCHIVED Testing - Is It Worth It? (Newbie Here)
i3oogieDown replied to i3oogieDown's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
Thank you all so much for your input! What's the deal with the genetic test? Is that a way to positively identify celiac disease without the need for a gluten challenge? Is it something that is usually covered by insurance? I'm currently feeling better than I have in a very, very long time. I'm eating mostly vegetarian with some occasional seafood... -
ARCHIVED Anyone Else Sensitive To Caffeine?
i3oogieDown replied to josh052980's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
Ha... sorry, I'm a noob! This seemed like the thread with the most relevant information regarding the caffeine thing, so that's where I replied. -
ARCHIVED Testing - Is It Worth It? (Newbie Here)
i3oogieDown replied to i3oogieDown's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
You both have some points that I hadn't considered. Motivation to stick to the diet really hasn't been much of a problem lately - long-term pain and suffering is a great deterrent. I've found that I'm starting to lose my taste for many of those things (beer, bread, etc.) since I have such a strong reaction to them. My main problem seems to be accidental exposure... -
ARCHIVED Testing - Is It Worth It? (Newbie Here)
i3oogieDown posted a topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
Good afternoon everyone: Over the last 7-8 years or so I started to experienced intense food cravings and compulsive overeating of pasta and bread,and later severe GI problems that caused hemmoroids, bleeding, and long periods of bloating/constipation/discomfort. I approached my doctor about it approx. 3 years ago, and she suggested that it was a common... -
ARCHIVED Can I Change My Username?
i3oogieDown replied to i3oogieDown's topic in Board/Forum Technical Help
All fixed - I've got my new identity. Thank you! -
ARCHIVED Can I Change My Username?
i3oogieDown replied to i3oogieDown's topic in Board/Forum Technical Help
Haha! That's awesome. Will do - thank you very much! -
Hi all: I originally joined this forum because I was concerned about my (now ex) boyfriend's health issues... but he's out of the picture and I'm having problems with gluten! Is there a way to change my username? Or do I have to delete my account and start over to use my email address to register? Thank you, Sarah
-
ARCHIVED Anyone Else Sensitive To Caffeine?
i3oogieDown replied to josh052980's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
I found this thread today while researching the celiac/caffeine sensitivity relationship. I have not been "officially" tested/diagnosed celiac, but have consulted with my doctor and have been eating gluten-free for several months, after discovering that it seemed to be causing the long-term digestive issues I was experiencing. I have become quite familiar...