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I Have Had Indigestion Since Sometime Now. So I Recently
Question: I have had indigestion since sometime now. so I recently did a food intolerance test in which I was intolerant to a lot of food items like rice, wheat eggs, milk, rice, cauliflower and almost every other food item. so after that I did a gut health check up. in which I had really high levels of igE. Everything else was normal like blood in stool, there was none. helicobacter pylori test was negative and igA was also normal. growing up I used to have asthma but I still don't know what's the reason for my bad digestion and high igE.
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Indigestion can have various causes, and identifying the underlying factors can sometimes be complex. Food intolerance tests can be useful, but they should be interpreted alongside other diagnostic tools and under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
High levels of IgE (immunoglobulin E) can indicate allergies or sensitivities to certain substances. Allergies can cause digestive symptoms like indigestion, bloating, and abdominal discomfort. The presence of IgE suggests that your body's immune system is reacting to specific triggers. It's possible that some of the food items you're intolerant to are also triggering an allergic response, leading to indigestion.
Asthma and allergies are closely related, and having a history of asthma could make you more susceptible to allergies and high IgE levels. It's possible that your asthma and digestive issues share a common allergic or immune-related cause.
In addition to the tests you've already done, there are other potential factors that could contribute to indigestion and high IgE levels. These include:
1. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO): An overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine can cause digestive symptoms. SIBO can sometimes be associated with food intolerances and allergies.
2. Leaky gut syndrome: Increased intestinal permeability, often referred to as leaky gut, can lead to food sensitivities and allergic responses.
3. Other underlying conditions: Certain autoimmune disorders, such as celiac disease or inflammatory bowel disease, can affect digestion and immune responses.
You can take anti allergic medicine for short term, and avoid food causing indigestion.
I Hope Your Query is clear now.
Thank You
Please see detailed answer
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I Am Dr Diwashish
Welcome To Ask A Doctor Service
Indigestion can have various causes, and identifying the underlying factors can sometimes be complex. Food intolerance tests can be useful, but they should be interpreted alongside other diagnostic tools and under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
High levels of IgE (immunoglobulin E) can indicate allergies or sensitivities to certain substances. Allergies can cause digestive symptoms like indigestion, bloating, and abdominal discomfort. The presence of IgE suggests that your body's immune system is reacting to specific triggers. It's possible that some of the food items you're intolerant to are also triggering an allergic response, leading to indigestion.
Asthma and allergies are closely related, and having a history of asthma could make you more susceptible to allergies and high IgE levels. It's possible that your asthma and digestive issues share a common allergic or immune-related cause.
In addition to the tests you've already done, there are other potential factors that could contribute to indigestion and high IgE levels. These include:
1. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO): An overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine can cause digestive symptoms. SIBO can sometimes be associated with food intolerances and allergies.
2. Leaky gut syndrome: Increased intestinal permeability, often referred to as leaky gut, can lead to food sensitivities and allergic responses.
3. Other underlying conditions: Certain autoimmune disorders, such as celiac disease or inflammatory bowel disease, can affect digestion and immune responses.
You can take anti allergic medicine for short term, and avoid food causing indigestion.
I Hope Your Query is clear now.
Thank You
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