FreeMD® Lactose Intolerance Symptoms

Lactose Intolerance

Symptoms

Lactose Intolerance Symptoms

The most common symptoms of lactose intolerance include:

Diarrhea
Abdominal bloating

Additional symptoms of lactose intolerance include:

Cramping abdominal pain
Excessive gas:

Flatulence

Nausea
Unintentional weight loss

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Abdominal pain
Bloating and excess gas
Diarrhea

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Last Updated: Jun 2, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Lactose Intolerance References:

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