Lactose intolerance
Overview
Lactose intolerance is an inability to fully digest the milk sugar (lactose) in dairy products. It's usually caused by a deficiency of an enzyme in the body called lactase.
Symptoms
p>Symptoms can include abdominal cramps, bloating, and diarrhea.
Treatments
Avoidance of dairy products or use of products made for lactose-intolerant people can reduce symptoms.
Last Updated Jun 13, 2017
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