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Problem in intake of milk.
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Whenever I consume dairy products, especially milk. I get stomach upset ( loose motions) and because of which becomes weak also. I have noticed it several times. Someone told me I am having issues of lactose intolerance.
1. Please guide me what is this lactose intolerance?
2. Can it be diagnosed and how it can be diagnosed ( medical test)?
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Avoid Lactose based food & substitutes with plant based
Consult with Gastroenterologist for hydrogen breath test & stool examination
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Please consult with a Gastroenterologist.
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Avoid dairy products
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Lactose intolerance is known in newborns , children, in few cases to adults. By stool examination, hydrogen breath test , lactose intolerance test , if u want can get it done
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Avoid milk n diary products except buttermilk
If u cannot, nowadays lactose free milk, all diary products including sweets without lactose is available in big supermarkets
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Talk to a specialist
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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Dr. Bijli Nanda
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No neef for any test.based on your symprons,yoy are lactose intolerant.you need to avoid dairy products and substitute with plant based milk
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Dr. Sarika Rautwar
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10 yrs exp
Aurangabad
It happens with milk and milk products
If you start symptoms like nausea, vomiting and diarrhea half an hour after taking such foods.
Can do lactose intolerance test
Hydrogen breath test
Stool acidity test
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