<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Thanks to everyone who responded to my message (cd or not cd?) about whether I should go for a formal diagnosis or just continue with my gluten/lactos-free diet. As might have been expected, I got several opposing viewpoints. I will summarize the main arguments and post them here as soon as i'm done with finals (in a couple of weeks) and have a chance to really go through the responses and tons of info that I have got from this wonderful listserv. Its such a help to know that there are others out there with similar problems and to have your help and support as I try to sort things out. Thanks much and good health to everyone! Shashi