Lactose intolerance

Lactose intolerance

A condition in which the body cannot easily digest foods that contain lactose. Common symptoms include stomach pain, diarrhea, bloating, and gas.

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lactose intolerance

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A genetic trait characterized by the absence of the enzyme lactase, which breaks down lactose, the main sugar in milk and other dairy products.

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