Here's a good overview of what I'm currently battling. A little miracle would be nice right about now. In between fighting this, I am working on a wall hanging my granddaughter designed. Yikes, it is actually starting to look a little dusty there under the needle! Yes, a little miracle, sooner rather than later. 'Preciate and love each and every one of you.
I have a friend battling the same illness. The good news is she's been able to figure out what she can and cannot eat and is feeling better now than she has in quite a while. I pray a miracle comes your way soon and you'll be feeling better!
How, exactly, is/was this diagnosed?
Doc
Karen, leaky-gut syndrome is often associated with rheumatoid arthritis. Have you been tested for RA? I know that treatments for autoimmune diseases are just about all miserable, but RA can very quickly assume life-threatening potential. I hope you are working with a good medical doctor who is helping you explore alternative treatments.
Hugs, Sunny
Yes, I've figured out what I can eat now too. Only about 8 - 10 things total. About every 5 - 7 days I try to add a new food, but haven't been able to yet. Physically I don't feel too bad most days now, not great, but better than before and I'm grateful for that, believe me! Thanks, Louise, I appreciate those prayers.
Karen, Queen of Squishies
Mine was discovered through saliva testing of the AGS level.
Karen, Queen of Squishies
Alternative to what? (I admit I'm not very awake this morning - lol)
Karen, Queen of Squishies
Doc, he uses this lab
Karen, Queen of Squishies
Um, doc, that's IgA, not IgS. sorry. Since I tested positive for many foods on the IgE, it indicates the IgA is off also. Same with IgG, but we didn't do that one.
Karen, Queen of Squishies
Ok, now you've COMPLETELY lost me...
..but you *said*:
???
I'm not saying you don't have leaky gut I'm not saying it's not a bonafide syndrome (albeit hotly contested).
I will say you've lost me on this testing & diagnosis. At one time, DW thought (was convinved) I had it. From what I learned, it is VERY difficult to accurately diagnose, and (keeping in mind I am NOT a medical doctor) the test you mention is not conclusive. Urine & stool tests are mentioned.
But maybe you're up on all that and it's been done.
Turns out I had (I believe) IBS. The SCD (Specific Carbohydrate Diet) cured it in me. N.B: May only work for 10% of those who try it - may be due to difficulty in adherence. Worth looking into if your gut is a significant problem. Nice thing about it is, it may not work, but it can't hurt.
Doc
Karen, I meant 'alternative' as in 'alternatives to traditional medical treatments'. I consider holistic, natureopathy, homeopathic and most Eastern medicine to be 'alternative' because it's not based on Western medical science. Just a way of differentiating types of medical treatment.
Sunny hope treatment is working
Ohhhh..... yes, Eastern medicine is how I'm approaching this right now. Thanks!
Karen, Queen of Squishies
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