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TOOTSIE TURNED 8!

Tootsie turned 8 in January.  She is doing really great!  She is 4 ft tall and is 47 lbs...and has long feel-good stretches.  We still have to treat SIBO about twice a year, but a five day course of Xifaxan is enough to take care of it.  We continue to follow a very low-fructose/low FODMAP diet and it works well for her.  She enjoys learning, crafting, sewing, and piano lessons.  She's pretty great if you ask me ;)

May is Celiac Awareness Month

I'm a few days early, but thought this was worth sharing.  If you, or someone you know, experience these signs and symptoms please get tested!  It's a simple blood test to start.  If the blood test is positive, then a biopsy of the small intestine is next to confirm the diagnosis.  Please don't hesitate!  And don't let your doctor tell you it's rare and you couldn't have it.  Listen to your body and demand testing.