Secondary Lactose Intolerance
3. Secondary Lactose Intolerance
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- Post-GI infections or undiagnosed coeliac disease
- Symptoms: abdominal bloating, explosive wind, loose green stools
- Diagnosis: Symptoms>2 weeks, resolution within 5 days of lactose removal
- Treatment: Lactose-free formula for 6-8 weeks, then gradual reintroduction