What Is Gastrointestinal Disease?
7. Lactose Intolerance
Lactose is a type of sugar that is found in cow’s milk and other dairy products like cheese. Most people have no difficulty in digesting this sugar, but some people don’t produce the enzyme that is needed. This means they have difficulty digesting lactose, and this can cause them a number of problems.
The symptoms of lactose intolerance include bloating, stomach pain, diarrhea, nausea, and wind. There is no cure for the condition but attacks can be prevented by avoiding milk and other products that contain lactose. There is thought to be a genetic link as to why people have it, and it may also sometimes be brought on by damage to the digestive system.
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