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Lactose Intolerance

Published on Nov 19, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

LACTOSE INTOLERANCE

ENZYME (LACTASE) THAT THE SMALL INTESTINE DOESNT MAKE ENOUGH OF

SYMPTOMS

  • Bloating
  • Lower abdominal pain
  • Loose stools
  • Cramps
  • Gas

AGE RANGE

FOUND STARTING AT THE AGE OF 6+

Dairy is something GI Doctors (gastroenterologist) wouldn't recommend to avoid pain but there are lactose free dairy products.

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MEDICATION

MEDICATION THAT CAN HELP WITH DISCOMFORT