Why you need a Medical Follow-Up

Hello I know that it has been a week my new job has taken much of my time but it is going well. Tonight the subject is why you may need a medical follow-up and this is why!
After diagnosis, a gastroenterologist will usually defer the follow-up treatment to your family practitioner or internist. However, some prefer to do their own follow-up. Partner with the appropriate doctor on your medical team to achieve and maintain your health. The following tests and practices are commonly used, but ultimately your doctor will determine with you which are appropriate for you and how often they are needed. Post-diagnosis: Establish a baseline for blood levels testing your general health and the levels of commonly malabsorbed nutrients such as: Bone density, blood calcium, iron, folate, B-12, prothrombin time ( vitamin K, blood clotting), liver function, cholesterol, blood count, thyroid function, pancreatic function, hemocult test for blood in stool, flexible sigmoidoscope (every three to five years), colonoscopy (every five to seven years), Celiac antibody tests three to six months after diagnosis. On-going need for repeated testing is an individual medical decision made by the doctor, but you as a patient must assertively work closely with the doctor to assure your own health. Pro-active health practices include gluten-free multivitamin and minerals supplements, annual physicals, vaccinations for flu and pneumonia, monitor cholesterol and body mass index, develop and maintain healthy lifestyle including exercise and a healthy, aggressively-maintained gluten-free diet. Having Celiac disease does not prevent other health problems. But if you do this it will be in your best interests for your health and give you better chances of not having other problems. So some thing to think about. Have a great night.
Pamela