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Is it possible to randomly get lactose intolerant sometimes?

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Yes: Transient lactose intolerance often comes after a stomach flu. The damage to the bowel often damages the enzymes that break down lactose. These "regrow" over several weeks and then the lactose intolerance should go away!

Answered 7/21/2014

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