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Can a gluten allergy cause small fiber neuropathy to worsen or cause small fiber neuropathy as an underlying cause?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Gluten allergy: There imay or may not be a relationship between gluten allergy and small fiber neuropathy. More evidence needs to be found to establish the relatioship.

Answered 5/19/2014

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Dr. Hal Blatman answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Likely yes but...: Eating gluten is associated with increased zonulin proteins in the gut. This does not depend on gluten allergy or celiac conditions. Increased zonulins is associated with increased inflammation throughout the body. The small fibers are located within fascia, and may theoretically be injured by this inflammation. www.blatmanhealthandwellness.com

Answered 3/2/2017

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