Wheat allergy

Updated: 2024-07-16

Description

An allergy to foods containing wheat.

Overview

Wheat allergy is a potentially life-threatening allergy to foods with wheat. Eating foods that contain wheat or inhaling wheat flour can cause the allergic reaction.

Symptoms

Symptoms may include a swollen mouth or throat, hives, congestion, and difficulty breathing.

Treatments

A serious reaction needs emergency care. Treatment may include antihistamine medicines and shots of adrenaline, also called epinephrine.