Had gluten intolerance diagnosed about six weeks ago, and before that had candida for almost eight years and presumably still have. About eight weeks ago eczema started to spread, first on my chest, then in the following weeks to my arms, neck and legs and lastly to my back. It has just been getting worse and worse, right up to now. On hearing of the gluten intolerance I immediately ceased (6 wks ago) eating all foodstuffs with gluten, wheat, rye, barley, oats, etc., etc. I was quite shocked, however, to find that the eczema did not get better but much worse. I don't really understand this. Does this mean that something else is in disorder? Or perhaps does it mean that the leaky-gut syndrome pointed out by my home doctor had got so far that practically any and all toxins get into the blood stream? It's very hard indeed to find out what foods I am allergic to, because I react with absolutely terrible itchiness and eczema rash all over my body to so many different foods. Sometimes the reaction is immediately, sometimes after several hours. This is really most distressing, my doctor(s) don't seem to be able to help much at all.
Would be very grateful indeed for any responses.