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Rebecca Richardson <[log in to unmask]>
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Thu, 23 Jul 1998 13:18:18 -0500
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<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>>

Our 3 year old was diagnosed 3 months ago.  Her principal symptoms
were failure to thrive, abdominal bloating and anemia.   She was
diagnosed solely through blood tests; no biopsy.  Since going GF her
growth has been phenomenal -- 2.5 inches and 8 pounds.  I suspect her
body is playing catch-up and her growth will slow.  We do not know
what symptoms, if any, she may exhibit from accidental gluten ingestion.
My question is this: Once growth slows down, how is this disease
monitored in children?  I believe our MD intends to do another round of
blood tests in November.   Should we just expect periodic blood tests?  I
would be very interested in hearing from parents of other kids as to how
their doctors monitor this.

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