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Dear List:
I cannot help but think that the stoicism that sets in after many years
of suffering from undiagnosed celiac disease is not unique to me. I
know that some of the unraveling of medical dilemmas that we all
constantly face has been very much helped by people on this list sharing
experiences. So here goes:
I have had a great deal of trouble with pain in my legs. Only some of
it is due to back problems of a structural nature. Some was due to
celiac disease, and has been much alleviated by the diet. I have been
in another round of physical therapy to correct my walk. I wore shorts
instead of long pants to a recent session and the therapist's eyes
bulged when she saw the bruises on my thighs.
I get regular allergy shots (don't many of us celiacs suffer also from
allergies?) in the thigh so as not to interfere with my life as a
musician. I have strong local reactions to these injections: swelling,
bruising, itching, etc. Shortened story: It leads to tightening of the
muscles and poor function of the legs.
Solution: From now on the shots will be administered in a part of the
anatomy that is not involved in walking or in playing an instrument.
Moral of the story: Speak up, be resourceful, and be grateful if your
MD's are also resourceful!
Nancy in nyc
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