Signs Of Gluten Intolerance You Should Stop Ignoring

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is another sign that might point to gluten intolerance. It occurs when the sphincter that closes off the esophagus from the stomach doesn’t close all the way. Because of this, what's in the stomach can reflux back into the esophagus, which is the tube that connects the stomach to the mouth. The symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease are heartburn, and sometimes patients can taste the acid of the stomach juices at the back of their mouth. Some affected individuals do not have heartburn with GERD, but experience an unproductive cough and trouble swallowing. They may even have asthma symptoms. Gastroesophageal reflux disease can be a consequence of the inflammation that occurs when the body attacks the gluten protein.