The Doctor Gluten Project

I work in a supermarket part-time in the bulk foods department.  So I am handling food (with gloves on) which contains gluten.  I find that I get a sore throat & headaches more when I am at work. Could this be linked?  Or is working near the bakery enough to cause a problem?

By the way, I went to work last night (after 4 days off) & got a sore throat &  headache not long after being there so will start job hunting. Thank you for your interest, Katrina.”

My comment:

Glad that you now have a diagnosis.  Yes, gluten when airborne can be absorbed through your skin and lungs – this can be enough to cause a problem.

When you going gluten-free you will feel a lot better - but you might have to change your job eventually to get away from all of that gluten.

I have quite a few patients who experience gluten reactions through their skin – check out your shampoos and cosmetics – some of these have a wheat base.  Cheers,  Rodney Ford.