Lactose one of complex sugars contained in milk and dairy products in all. Approximately 30 minutes after the ingestion of milk or milk products such as cream cheese or cottage cheese, and in people with lactose intolerance or diarrhea can be abdominal cramps and bloating, the severity of which depends on the level of shortage of enzymes. However, a person with a slight deficiency of the enzyme may not experience any symptoms at all.
Causes of lactose intolerance
Any disease that affects the cells of the small intestine, producing lactase, for example, inflammatory diseases and influenza. This is a temporary problem which disappears as soon as the disease is, the damaged cells to regenerate and begin again to produce enzymes.
Surgeries on the stomach and intestines, which may completely destroy the ability of the organism to produce lactase.
Symptoms of lactose intolerance
- Diarrhea, loose stools;
- Increased flatulence;
- Cpazmy stomach..
see also
Symptoms of milk allergy