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In what organ does lactose intolerance occur?

Lactose Intolerance occurs in the digestive system.


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Usually people with intolerance to milk is due to a lactose intolerance. If that is the case, you could simply replace your regular milk with Lactose-free milk!


What kind of doctor treats lactose intolerance and ulcers?

A gastroenterologist treats lactose intolerance and ulcers.


What sugar is responsible for lactose intolerance?

Galactose is involved with lactose intolerance, but is not responsible for lactose intolerance. The enzyme that is missing or is not found in great enough quantities in the body, lactase, is responsible for not breaking down lactose. This is how the intolerance comes about. The body cannot properly break down lactose without the enzyme lactase present.


What is the name of the condition when you cant tolerate cows milk?

Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest lactose, which is found in dairy products.


How do you become lactose intolerance?

Lactose intolerance occurs when the digestive system is no longer able to metabolise the sugars (lactose) found in dairy products through producing insufficient amounts of an enzyme called lactase.


Can you cure Lactose intolerance?

No


What ethnic group has the lowest rate of lactose intolerance?

The Basques. They are virtually free of lactose intolerance.


Can dogs have lactose-free yogurt?

Yes, dogs can have lactose-free yogurt as a safe alternative to regular yogurt, which can cause digestive issues due to lactose intolerance in some dogs.


What are the symptoms of lactose intolerance?

intestinal gas and bloating after dairy products are consumed


What two factors are tide closely to lactose intolerance?

Lactose intolerance is primarily influenced by genetics and age. Genetic predisposition determines an individual's ability to produce lactase, the enzyme needed to digest lactose, with certain populations having higher rates of lactose intolerance due to evolutionary factors. Additionally, lactase production typically decreases with age, leading to increased difficulty in digesting lactose in many individuals as they grow older.


What is a intolerance?

Lactose intolerance results from an inability in the small entrails to digest lactose. You can get so many carbohydrates or sugar in milk what's called lactose. You should avoid this.