Published on June 13, 2017

Lactose intolerance


The inability to fully digest sugar (lactose) in dairy products.

Overview

Lactose intolerance is an inability to fully digest the milk sugar (lactose) in dairy products. It's usually caused by a deficiency of an enzyme in the body called lactase.

Symptoms

p>Symptoms can include abdominal cramps, bloating, and diarrhea.

Treatments

Avoidance of dairy products or use of products made for lactose-intolerant people can reduce symptoms.