Hi Lelia, I haven't been on the site for the 3 weeks I was at Mayo. So many tests and consultations. I do have a diagnosis of (CIP) which I did not realize is a rare potentially disabling gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abnormalities affecting involuntary coordinated muscular contractions (a process called peristalsis) of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. One cause could be Mixed Connective Tissue Disorder or numerous other things. It can go into Cachexia which is a physical wasting syndrome characterized by loss of weight and muscle mass. I was hoping for better news. The doctor has me on a plan which is not working very well. I will be talking with him again on the 30th.Thanks again for all your help and support. Elaine