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Does lactose intolerance only cause diarrhea? or can in cause constipation as well?
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Gas and diarrhea: If you are experiencing both diarrhea and constipation, you may need to be evaluated for irritable bowel syndrome. Visit this site for info on lactose intolerance: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/lactose-intolerance/symptoms-causes/syc-20374232 You can try to eliminate all dairy products as that should relieve symptoms of lactose intolerance. Wish you good health!
Answered 1/5/2021
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