Gluteeniyliherkille

Gluteeniyliherkille is a Finnish term that translates to "gluten hypersensitive" or "hypersensitive to gluten." It refers to individuals who experience adverse symptoms after consuming gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, but do not have celiac disease or a wheat allergy. This condition is distinct from celiac disease, which is an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten that damages the small intestine. People with gluten hypersensitivity may exhibit a range of symptoms, which can overlap with those of celiac disease but are not accompanied by the same intestinal damage or specific antibody markers.

Common symptoms reported by individuals with gluten hypersensitivity include digestive issues such as bloating, gas, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation. Non-digestive symptoms can also occur, such as headaches, fatigue, joint pain, skin rashes, and neurological effects like brain fog or difficulty concentrating. The exact mechanisms underlying gluten hypersensitivity are not fully understood and are an area of ongoing research. Unlike celiac disease, there are no definitive diagnostic tests for gluten hypersensitivity. Diagnosis is typically made by ruling out celiac disease and wheat allergy and observing symptom improvement when gluten is removed from the diet, followed by symptom recurrence upon reintroduction. Management primarily involves a strict gluten-free diet.