Overall, he has been doing fine. He has been growing, but we have noticed that he is not so broad shouldered as other babies. He also has ezcema that often drives him crazy with itching.

One might think that these are very minor issues, but [...]]]> Here is another update on LMB, aka Alpha Cub!

Overall, he has been doing fine. He has been growing, but we have noticed that he is not so broad shouldered as other babies. He also has ezcema that often drives him crazy with itching.

One might think that these are very minor issues, but when he scratches thin bloody lines in his skin in multiple areas, M and I decided to try and do something about it. Especially since doctors seemed a little stumped by the whole thing and just keep on prescribing different medications, none of which have really helped him out for any length of time.

So we did our own investigations, and have decided that he may have some form of Celiac Disease. Yes, we are not doctors and attempting to diagnose issues is very scary for both of us. Still, since the solution has no real downsides except not helping him we saw no reason not to attempt the cure – a gluten free diet.

Oh, and the reason that we thought this might help instead of just accepting that he may have ezcema? Well, he also has a pot belly after eating, he still has some minor issues holding down his food, the aforementioned persistent rash/itching and he seems to not be thriving (but how is one to measure that?) All of these things are symptoms of Celiac Disease and it’s forms.

We will keep the diet going for a month and see if there are any changes. Most internet reports say that changes happen within the week, so a month is more than enough time to see a positive change in LMB.

I hope it works.