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Can i drink fresh cows milk if i'm g6pd deficient?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: Drink away! milk is not contraindicated.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/19/2020

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Dr. Michael Engel answered

Specializes in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Milk is totally OK: Folks with g6pd need to look out for foods and medications with oxidant potential. That is not an issue with cows milk no matter what the fat content. Enjoy....I'd suggest some chocolate chip cookies as well.

Dr Khanna and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/22/2018

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