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7 Signs You Might Be Lactose Intolerant
Signs of lactose intolerance typically occur within 30 minutes to a few hours after consuming dairy products and can include:
Abdominal Pain and Cramps: Discomfort, usually in the lower belly, is common due to the fermentation of undigested lactose in the intestines.
Bloating: The buildup of gas produced by bacteria in the gut can cause a feeling of fullness and visible swelling of the abdomen.
Gas (Flatulence): Excess gas is produced as undigested lactose ferments in the colon.
Diarrhea: The unabsorbed lactose draws water into the intestines, leading to loose stools.
Nausea and Vomiting: These symptoms may occur, especially when larger amounts of lactose are consumed.
Rumbling or Gurgling in the Stomach: This noise is caused by gas moving through the intestines.
Urgent Need to Use the Bathroom: The increased gas and bloating can lead to an urgent need to defecate.
These symptoms can vary in intensity depending on the amount of lactose consumed and the individual's level of intolerance.
Lactose intolerance is a digestive disorder that occurs when the body is unable to properly digest lactose, the main sugar found in milk and dairy products. This happens due to a deficiency in lactase, an enzyme produced in the small intestine that is responsible for breaking down lactose into glucose and galactose, which can then be absorbed into the bloodstream.
Key Points:
Cause: The primary cause is insufficient production of lactase. Without enough lactase, lactose remains undigested and ferments in the colon, leading to symptoms.
Types of Lactose Intolerance:
Primary Lactose Intolerance: The most common type, where lactase production decreases with age.
Secondary Lactose Intolerance: Caused by illness, injury, or surgery affecting the small intestine (e.g., Crohn’s disease, celiac disease).
Congenital Lactase Deficiency: A rare genetic disorder present from birth, where the body produces little or no lactase.
Developmental Lactose Intolerance: Temporary intolerance that can occur in premature infants due to an immature digestive system.
Prevalence: It is more common in certain populations, such as East Asian, African, Hispanic, and Native American groups, and less common in people of Northern European descent.
Management: The condition is managed by reducing or avoiding lactose-containing foods, using lactase enzyme supplements, or consuming lactose-free alternatives.
Though lactose intolerance is uncomfortable, it is not harmful or life-threatening.
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