Well, today was the follow-up doctors appointment with the GI Specialist for Jackson. As we sat and waited (and waited, and waited) for the doctor to come in, I must admit...I was ready. I was confident that whatever the diagnosis, we could handle it...we HAVE been handling it.
You wouldn't believe how much more I have seen, heard about, met someone with CELIACS DISEASE. I have uploaded free ebooks to my phone that are for Gluten-Free Recipes. I have been given articles. I have subscribed to GF blogs.
I was ready.
Then, the doctor came in and asked how Jackson was doing.
"He's doing great," I said. "Being gluten free has been a huge benefit to him. He is eating so well, gained 2 lbs since the last visit 3 weeks ago, is sleeping better at night, having NO issues with diaper rash, his diapers are solid, he's finally started walking, he's just much better all around."
The doctor was pleased. He has a kind smile.
Joe asked "What did you find out about the lab results?"
The doctor, flipping through papers in his folder, replied, "Oh, you didn't get those in the mail? Hmmm, well, let me go check and make sure I have all the paperwork, I'll be right back."
Well, that didn't ease my mind much. Luckily, Jackjack was playfully toddling all about the room to keep us smiling. While the doctor was out of the room, Joe asked me "what if he doesn't have it, then what?"
The doctor entered. Standing proudly at the door, he said, "It's negative. Your son does not have Celiacs Disease." There's that kind smile again.
We asked questions, chatted for a bit, Jackson took things out of my purse and walked them over to the doctor, who then handed them to Joe. It was the total OPPOSITE of our last time there!
Well, pretty much....we said our thank yous and good-byes to the Doc and then left.
No more Riley Children's Hospital, no more "Disease" in the back of our minds.
But what now? What's wrong with Jackson? Those results really didn't give us any answers, except to keep searching and to keep asking questions.....but this time, to an Allergist.
We have an appointment on March 22nd.
Until then, we are sticking with this Game Plan - GLUTEN FREE.
It is working. It is best. It is necessary.
We are so thankful this sweet boy is comfortable, content and healthy.
I am smiling too.
