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söndag 13 december 2009

A Closer Look At Gluten Allergy

By Maja Maartens

Allergies can sometimes be simple to control, but that does not mean that the patient has mild symptoms. There are many over the counter remedies that are known to help patients treat seasonal allergies, one of the most common types of the condition. Another allergy that is increasing in numbers is the gluten allergy. With proper tests, it is fairly easy to diagnose and the symptoms are sometimes easy to recognize.

Patients often have the allergies for a while before the patient and doctor realize the patient is having a reaction to gluten. Many of the symptoms are shared with other ailments, making it difficult to narrow down the suspects. The main sign of gluten allergies is frequent stomach problems such as upset stomach and constipation.

One of the signs of being allergic to gluten is the energy level of the patient. Fatigue can be often point to different conditions as well, so a few more symptoms are needed to require an allergy test.

Many people with gluten allergies lose weight rapidly. This can be an alarm to those with stomach ailments and can not stop losing weight. In order to verify that gluten is the cause, the doctor will perform tests. These tests will indicate if the condition is allergies or some other reason.

Treatments often include a lifestyle change. In order to avoid the triggers of the symptoms, the doctor will often put the patient on a diet that can help. Exercise and medications may play a part in the treatment as well.

Just because a patient is having the symptoms included in this article does not mean that they are allergic to gluten. It is highly recommended that you discuss your symptoms with your doctor. The symptoms typically associated with gluten allergies can often lead to a different medical condition. Only a doctor can do the tests to verify what kind of allergy or other condition of the patient. There are many other signs that a patient may be allergic to gluten. To find out more, discuss it with your doctor or go on line and do a little research on the topic.

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