Ronan has had more than his fair share of health problems - this winter alone he has had croup, RSV, pneumonia, fifth's disease, and a million colds, but many of our concerns have also surrounded his gut and apparent food intolerances/allergies. He has been off of dairy and soy since last April which helped significantly with his colds, ear infections, and eczema...however his anemia has remained, his growth has slowed, his immune system still is so weak and recently some abnormal inflammatory markers in his blood work had us worried. He has seen several specialists with no answers. We knew the celiac disease panel had been inconclusive so...
In January we bit the bullet and took gluten out of his diet. This has been hard with a toddler, yes, but let me tell you it is worth it all....
Within 1 week his chronic diarrhea suddenly solved, his constant facial rash vanished, and the kid has more energy than ever. He also is gaining weight and growing like a champ!! His belly is no longer distended and his lab tests had already improved significantly 1 month post the diet change. Hallelujah there is an answer!
Lifestyle change here we are - looking forward to a healthier life for us all! To our little tough guy, you've been such a trooper. We love you.
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