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>I am in need of some information regarding diagnosis and symptomology of
>Celiac Disease. I have had 3 1/2 months of severe heartburn and have been
>on anti-ulcer medication since end of January. Heartburn and gas have
>worsened despite medications, I have lost about 12 pounds over the last
>year. I had an endoscopy done a few weeks ago. The gastro-entrologist
>said my esophagus, and stomach checked out ok but the biopsy from my
>small intestine showed it was flat, damaged micro-villi which is
>normally consistent with Celiac Disease. He said it was a
>totally unexpected finding but recommended I go on the anti-gluten diet.
>I know Celiac is not a common disease in North America. Is it possible
>that my symptoms are just differrent from the normal celiac patient? I am
>concerned about this as I don't know whether I should be getting other
>tests done. Any information regarding this would be greatly appreciated.
>
>Lisa Overton

The two systoms were part of my systoms and I do have celiac disease.  It took
 five years of testing but the first scope I had my food from the meal I had
 at about 6:oo was still in my stomach at 11:00 the next morning and my
 stomach and esophagus were very inflamed.  The doctor chalked it up to my
 diet but five years later after many tests and another scope the doctors
 agreed I had celiac including this specialist.  Carol Parker Westfield New
 Brunswick Canada.  Hope this helps.