They are often confused with one another, and their symptoms can be similar.
The difference between food allergies and intolerances | | With a food allergy, the body overreacts to a specific food as if it were a threat. This causes a release of histamine, which causes many allergic symptoms, such as itching, swelling, hives and difficulty breathing. At the same time, the symptoms of food intolerance are typically gastrointestinal. | Read more |
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Experimental drug study for celiac patients | If you have biopsy-confirmed celiac disease, are age 18-70, and are on a celiac diet but still have symptoms, you may qualify. | Learn more |
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Patient education classes | Virtual patient education classes will continue to be the primary mode of delivery. Classes are free and available to current Mayo Clinic patients. | Learn more |
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How Mayo Clinic is reinventing research | By looking outside the traditional bounds of medicine, Mayo Clinic is moving faster than ever to find the answers patients need. | Learn more |
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| Celiac disease: An excerpt from "Mayo Clinic A to Z Health Guide" | The signs and symptoms of celiac disease vary greatly. This must-have resource for those struggling with celiac disease will cover symptoms and treatment. | Learn more |
| Real people. Real connections. | Ask questions, get answers, and make real connections with people who share your health concerns. | Learn more |
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