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Hello, all.  I can't say how thankful I am for all of the replies I have
gotten.  You are all incredibly kind.  And guess what?  I know this seems
odd, but since my last posting I seem to have noticed somewhat of a change
in my gut (I'm keeping my fingers crossed).  I no longer have to take five
or six visits to the bathroom every day.  I'm getting down to between 2 or
3 and the consistency and color have changed (they still float a bit).
However, my mind has
still not completely returned from its leave of absense.  I still have
trouble searching for the right words and such.  Do most people notice a
difference in their gut first or a difference in their mental ability?
   I really hope I'm on the right path.  I'm trying not to get overly
excited as I still don't feel fantastic.  I'd like to see another doctor
also.  Taking the advice of some people on this list, I'd like to know if
anyone out there could recommend a doctor in the Tampa Bay area that has
some knowledge about CD.  One that accepts Humana HMO might be swell
too (keep crossing those fingers, right?).  Anyhow, I promise I'll
keep you posted on my progress (?)  and once again, thank you.  Oh, and
happy holidays too.

Mark