Vehnäspesifiset

Vehnäspesifiset refers to reactions or sensitivities specifically triggered by wheat. This term is often used in the context of allergic or intolerance reactions, differentiating them from broader sensitivities to grains or multiple foods. A wheat allergy, for example, is an immune system response to proteins found in wheat, such as albumin, globulin, gluten, or gliadin. Symptoms can range from mild, like hives or digestive upset, to severe, like anaphylaxis. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder where ingesting gluten (a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye) leads to damage in the small intestine. While often discussed alongside wheat-specific reactions, celiac disease is distinct from a wheat allergy. Non-celiac gluten sensitivity is another condition where individuals experience symptoms similar to celiac disease after consuming gluten, but without the autoimmune response or intestinal damage characteristic of celiac disease. Diagnosing vehnäspesifiset reactions typically involves a combination of medical history, symptom tracking, and diagnostic tests like skin prick tests for allergies or blood tests for antibodies related to celiac disease. Management often involves strict avoidance of wheat and its components.