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Side effects of lactulose breath test?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert
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Gastroenterology 36 years experience
Lactulose : Other than possible mild diarrhea from the lactulose itself, not lasting more than 1 to 2 days, there are not usually any side effects from the lactulose breath test. Good luck.
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