I have chronic fatigue and often have swollen glands. Tonite I ate sauerkraut and had a painfull sensation that went to my ear area and towards my gland underneath my jaw on the left side. It was as if the food aggravated my swollen glands. This sensation stayed with me for about 1 hour and I had a horid sour taste that remained in my mouth. I never experienced this before. My partner was eating the same dish and had no problems. :? Has anyone had this problem before with sour foods or have any info on this problem. I have eaten sauerkraut many times and never had this sensation. This is not a joke.