Lactose intolerance in babies treatment

Lactose is a sugar found in dairy products, like milk and cheese. To help digest it, our small intestine contains an enzyme called lactase.

Lactase turns lactose into glucose, which our bodies use for energy.

Signs of lactose intolerance in 1 year old

However, for children and adults with lactose intolerance, this digestive process doesn't occur properly, which can result in uncomfortable gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms.

"Lactose intolerance is when your intestine is lacking lactase," explains Charina Ramirez, M.D., a pediatric gastroenterologist at Children's Health℠ and Associate Professor at UT Southwestern.

"If you don't have lactase, you can't break lactose down properly."

What are lactose intolerance symptoms in kids?

When a child cannot properly digest lactose, it can cause many symptoms. Signs your child may be lactose intolerant include:

• Bloating
• Diarrhea
• Gassiness
• Nausea
• Stomach pain and cramping

Babies with lactose intolerance may be very fussy and may not gain weight or grow well.

Lactose intolerance symptoms can range from mild to severe, depending on the amount

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