<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> I am looking for info regarding DH and healing. I started breaking out in blisters in June 99, was finally positively diagnosed via two separate biopsies in October 99. After 3 months of my GP saying hmmmmm lets try this or that ointment....., the dermatologist took one look and said "text book case", biopsy to confirm. By the time the scheduled dietician appt. arrived, I was much more knowledgeable than the dietician about my condition (thanks to this list and various websites.) Since October I have to my knowledge remained g/f. I eat very plain, lots of fruit, veggies, rice, potatoes and meat. However, I cannot seem to clear up completely. I am much better than before being g/f, but always have new blisters. The dermatologist offered the dapsone, however, the side effects made me cautious. I felt I could control the diet. I am now wondering how long has it taken others to heal completely, once you are eating g/f? I have researched the food lists and if anything is questionable I do not eat it. Any DH history responses would be helpful. I am also curious how adults have modified their cooking. As the mother/ chief cook and pot washer / I make my family regular gluten filled meals while adjusting for my special requirements (rice noodles, rice crackers, etc.) Have you modified the whole family diet or just your own? With a child I can imagine changing the whole families diet. I will summarize and special thanks this list for such valuble information. Kaye