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I have recently become lactose intolerant aged 43(female) in the last week i have had several identical reactions of severe cramping followed by diarrhoea after everything i eat. what should i do?

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Dr. Bassam Amawi answered

Lactose I tolerance : U do not necessary need to have cramping and diarrhea with every thing y eat as long u avoid lactose containing food.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/6/2016

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Dr. Anthony LaBarbera answered

See Below: You should start by seeing your doctor, and you may need to a see a GI specialist.

Dr Huilgol agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

I have recently become lactose intolerant aged 43(female) in the last week i have had several identical reactions of severe cramping followed by diarrhoea after everything i eat. what should i do?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Bassam Amawi answered

Dr Altman agreed

Dr. Anthony LaBarbera answered

Dr Huilgol agreed

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