What Are The Symptoms Of A Wheat Allergy
Allergic symptoms commonly begin within minutes or a few hours after eating the wheat-containing food. Symptoms manifest on the skin (rashes, hives, and eczema), in the digestive system (oral allergy syndrome, abdominal cramps, indigestion, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting), and in the respiratory system (asthma or allergic rhinitis). Anaphylaxis occurs in severe cases. Other gluten-containing cereals, such as rye, oats and barley, may also cause these symptoms due to cross-reactivity of the allergens. What are the best ways to manage a wheat allergy? Once a wheat allergy is triggered, treatment should follow immediately to prevent the condition to worsen. Most common medical treatments include bronchodilators such as epinephrine (given for severe allergic reactions); antihistamines such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl); and corticosteroids, a cream/ointment which reduces swelling and various symptoms of allergic skin reactions. Although instead of allowing an allergic reaction to occur, why
