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My mother was diagnosed with celiac about 2 years ago.  There is
a history of CD in our family and I am beginning to show
symptoms myself.  I dread the thought of the biopsy because I
understand that it is not performed under anesthetic.  I cannot
even handle a tongue depressor without gagging.  Is there
something about the procedure that precludes anesthetic or is
the preference of the local gastrointestinologist?
 
You can e-mail me privately at [log in to unmask]  I would
really appreciate any input.
 
Thanks.  Rhonda
 
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* Rhonda Jessup                                        *
* Department Head, Children's Services & Adult Fiction *
* Whitby Public Library                                *
* Whitby, Ontario, Canada                              *
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