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Lactose Intolerance

The inability to digest or absorb lactose, a type of sugar found in milk and other dairy products. People with this condition are very sensitive to ingesting milk products. more

How did people like you experience Lactose Intolerance?

Below you can see what K knows about how 1537 real people experienced Lactose Intolerance, including:

  1. Symptoms to watch for
  2. Testing
  3. Treatment
  4. Recovery

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What to watch out for if you have Lactose Intolerance:

Watch for symptoms like Abdominal pain and Diarrhea.

Concerning Symptoms

People Like You often seek further care if:

  • They develop severe abdominal pain
  • They develop rectal bleeding
  • They develop a fever over 100.4 F
  • Symptoms do not resolve with dietary changes

Potential Symptoms

Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Flatulence
Abdominal swelling

Testing for Lactose Intolerance

No specific tests. Physicians often perform a physical examination.

How to treat Lactose Intolerance

Who do people see?

Most people like you saw a Primary Care Physician to diagnose and/or treat their Lactose Intolerance.

How is it treated?

Explore treatment options, like taking lactose out of your diet and tablets to break down lactose.

How long does it take to recover from Lactose Intolerance?

Recovery time for most cases of Lactose Intolerance is lifetime.