<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> I have only recently joined this list as I have just recently been informed of my possible gluten problem. I went to see my family doctor and asked him why I always seemed to have such stomach problems: gas, bloating, lower intestinal cramps etc. He suggested that it may be a gluten intolerance and that I should do a little investigating on my own to find out more information. Soon after that I discovered this incredibly informative Celiac Listserv and it is very helpful, but I do have some questions. It is now Nov. 26 and I have been on a gluten free diet for about a week and immediatly am relieved of some of the symptoms that I had and therefore feel better but... The soonest that I could be scheduled for a biopsy is Jan. 5. If I keep on the GF diet until then I will feel better but am afraid that the test will come back negative because my body will have a chance to heal. Then I won't know if gluten is really the problem. If I continue to eat wheat products, I will probably suffer until the biopsy test. I am not asking for medical advice, I am only looking for more insight from people like yourselves who have had to go through this kind of thing already. Any input would be helpful. Sincerely Tony Walker [log in to unmask]