Question 1

is it possible to develop an allergy to wheat or wheat gluten suddenly, but much later in life?

Accepted Answer

Wheat allergies: If you have had gastric bypass surgery it is possible. Otherwise not.

Question 2

is there a way to treat a wheat and corn allergy?

Accepted Answer

Avoidance: Avoiding the foods to which you are allergic is still the best treatment. Studies are underway with oral desensitization, but this technique is not ready yet for generalized use. Sometimes a food challenge in a doctor's office can confirm if you are truly allergic to these foods. Allergy tests for foods often produce false positive reactions.

Question 3

what can i eat if i have a severe allergy to wheat?

Accepted Answer

Not wheat: If one has an allergy the wheat, as evidenced by appropriate history and confirmed by skin testing / blood testing, then wheat must be avoided. The food allergy network is a resource that can suggests alternatives to wheat and wheat free preparation of food. Checking with a nutritionist, familiar with food allergy, may be helpful as well.

Question 4

i have a mild allergy to wheat; can i still eat it sometimes?

Accepted Answer

No: If it is a true allergy then no. But if it's a sensitivity then small amounts may be tolerated. Speak with your allergist.

Question 5

symptoms of an allergy to wheat include what problems usually?

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Wheat allergies comp: Anemia from inability to absorb iron. Vitamin deficiency. Tiredness. Get your physician to check for markers for this first.

Question 6

i have an allergy to wheat.  how many people out there has this allergy?

Accepted Answer

Common: It is one of the more common food allergies, including milk, soy, tree nuts, peanuts, fish and shellfish.

Question 7

what is the harm of eating wheat if you tested positive for a mild grain allergy?

Accepted Answer

Define mild: If eating it doesn't bother you, then you should be fine.  If by "mild allergy" you mean a low level of antibody on a blood test, then the test may very well be a false positive.

Question 8

if someone has an allergy to gluten/grains, what occurs when they eat wheat anyway?

Accepted Answer

Gluten exposure: With celiac diease, consuming food/drink with gluten (wheat, barley, rye) cause inflammation in small bowel lining with resulting diarrhea, anemia, risk of small bowel lymphoma. Instead, enjoy products from rice, soy, oats. Liberalize fresh fruits & vegetables, as well as lean meats. Consider blood testing for tissue transglutaminase antibody to assess whether your diet is truly free of gluten.

Question 9

what can be done for a wheat allergy?

Accepted Answer

Wheat Allergy: Is it a true wheat allergy or is it celiac disease aka gluten intolerance? You should see an allergy or gastroenterology specialist for full diagnosis and then a plan of treatment.

Question 10

is a category 1 wheat allergy dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Can't tell: Allergy blood tests (rasts) are often ranked by class 1, class 2 and so forth, usually up to 6. This reflects the amount of allergic antibody present. However, many other things go into determining whether you will react when eating the food, or how severe the reaction will be. Predicting the severity of the reaction depends on your history, and may require a food challenge.

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