10 Signs of Gluten Intolerance
Gluten Intolerance Sign #10: Joint and Muscle Pain
Arthralgia, or joint pain, is often a symptom of illnesses, infection, injury, or side effect of medication. Some causes of joint pain are rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatic fever, osteoarthritis, gout, septic arthritis, systemic lupus, erythematosus, and more.
Myalgia, or muscle pain, is commonly seen in various causes such as overstretching of muscles, viral infections, side effect of drugs, fibromyalgia, autoimmune disorders, and more. Some experts believe that the exposure to gluten for those who have gluten intolerance may result in inflammation. This can lead to widespread pain including the joints and muscles.
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