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Does anyone else get red arm or face after eating gluten? It happens about 30min after eating gluten, they get all rosy like I've been working out or something.


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Does this only happen when you eat gluten???? I get that way but it happens with alot of foods. I do have Roascea tho. This could also be something you want to check into.

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Does this only happen when you eat gluten???? I get that way but it happens with alot of foods. I do have Roascea tho. This could also be something you want to check into.

mamaw

Yes I have had the same problem. What I have found out however; is that I probably have a condition called Rosacea. This is a skin condition which is sometimes referred to as "the curse of the Celts", which means, just as with Celiac Disease,those who are from Irish heritage or Northern European heritage are more prone to have the condition. With Rosacea you will notice redness around the nose, cheeks, forehead and chin, and your skin may be very sensitive to changes in temperature both hot and cold. Also, if you eat something which is highly seasoned with pepper it can cause flushing of the face and neck. I was diagnosed two years ago with Celiac Disease after years of suffering multiple symptoms and being misdiagnosed by several Doctors. The Rosacea began to get more noticeable during the cold winter weather, my skin was very dry, appeared pink, and burned after a bath or shower. I have not been to a Dermatologist yet , but just from reading info I have found on the internet I am reasonably sure I have Rosacea. They do not know for sure what causes the problem, some people have to be treated with antibiotics or steroid creams, and a patient must be very careful not to eat spicey foods. Some researchers believe that caffiene in coffee and tea should be avoided, and interestingly enough, some patients are being told to avoid wheat in their diet. Check out some info on the net, and see if it sounds like your problem. Also, read labels carefully to be sure that something you are eating might contain MSG; I have found that MSG will make my face and neck flush, and also it makes my heart rate increase. Many restaurant foods contain MSG seasoning, it can play havoc with someone who suffers from Celiac Disease.

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