Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD Key Takeaways IBS and lactose intolerance both cause symptoms of diarrhea, abdominal pain, and bloating.Diagnoses of both IBS and lactose intolerance are made ...

Medically reviewed by Jurairat J. Molina, MD Key Takeaways Milk allergy can cause serious reactions like anaphylaxis and ...

Lactose intolerance occurs when your body is unable to digest the sugar lactose, which is found in milk and milk products. This causes uncomfortable symptoms including gas, bloating, cramps and even ...

Some people notice it slowly. A glass of milk that once felt harmless now brings discomfort. Others remember it clearly, a sudden shift where dairy stopped agreeing with them. Lactose intolerance ...

DEAR READERS: Several years ago, I used this space to highlight lactose intolerance, an issue many older adults face. Due to some recent questions, I felt it was time, once again, to share some ...

Osmotic diarrhea is when undigested material reduces how much water and electrolytes the bowels can absorb. It can occur when a person’s body has difficulty digesting certain foods, such as lactose.

Most of us could not imagine breakfast cereal without milk or pizza without cheese. For people who arelactose intolerant, dairy products can mean discomfort and sickness as their bodies reject certain ...