When to Visit a Healthcare Provider
Lactose intolerance and IBS do not typically lead to severe medical complications, yet both can significantly affect your daily life. If you consistently encounter gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea, stomach cramps, gas, bloating, or constipation, and simply cutting out dairy hasn’t provided relief, it is advisable to consult a doctor for an accurate diagnosis. [11]
Reference:
[1] https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/lactose-intolerance/
[2] https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/irritable-bowel-syndrome
[3] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7032600/
[4] https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/lactose-intolerance/
[5] https://www.verywellhealth.com/ibs-causes-1945292
[6] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/7317-lactose-intolerance#diagnosis-and-tests
[7] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20360064
[8] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/7317-lactose-intolerance#management-and-treatment
[9] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20360064
[10] https://www.alphabiolabs.co.uk/learning-centre/lactose-intolerance-vs-ibs/
[11] https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/lactose-intolerance/definition-facts
