<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Debra Boutin <[log in to unmask]> wrote: >In response to Diane Dufault's posting: I am 5'3" and weighed 140 >pounds at the time of my dianosis. And I had actually _gained_ >about 8 pounds during the prior year (though that was most likely >due to hormonal birth control). Some people simple don't loss >weight with CD. I agree with Debra. My diagnosis was delayed about 15 years. I was overweight and bloated. My gastroenterologist became furious when my new dermatologist diagnosed Dermatitis Herpetiformis, prescribed Dapsone and a GF diet! You must fit your doctor's profile!AMS