Table 2.
Characteristics of identified self-reported gluten-related disorder cases.
| Gluten-Related Disorder | Mean Age in Years (Range) | Number of Cases (Female/Male) | Self-Reported | Self-Reported Physician-Diagnosed | Gluten-Free Diet (Yes/No) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celiac disease * | 45 (−) | 1 (1/0) | 0 | 1 | 1/0 |
| Wheat allergy | 30.5 (18–45) | 9 (6/3) | 9 # | 0 | 3/6 |
| NCGS ** | 37.2 (21–56) | 12 (9/3) | 2 | 10 | 2/10 |
* Diagnosed by gastroenterologist; ** Diagnosed by gastroenterologists (five cases) and general practitioners (five cases); # All cases were identified by means of self-reported convincing symptoms of acute allergic reactions.