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Coffee gives me cramps, gas, bloating and a has a laxative effect. could i be allergic or just intolerant?

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Not allergic: Coffee, even decaff, contains organic acids that can be irritating to the gut. Some people ate more sensitive than others. Can also aggravate inflammation of esophagus (esophagitis), stomach (gastritis). May aggravate other GI issues. See md if ongoing, severe, bleed, fever, weight loss, nighttime symptoms, etc.

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Answered 8/16/2017

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