Condition
Lactose Intolerance
Trouble digesting the sugar in milk, causing gas, bloating or diarrhea after eating dairy.
Also called: dairy intolerance, milk intolerance
Who Can Help with Lactose Intolerance?
- Dietitians
A nutrition expert who creates eating plans to manage health conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease, food allergies and weight.
- Gastroenterologists
A physician who diagnoses and treats conditions of the stomach, intestines and liver, and performs colonoscopies and endoscopies.
- Family Doctors
A physician who provides checkups, preventive care and treatment for common illnesses for patients of all ages. Family doctors also manage long-term conditions and refer to specialists when needed.
- Pediatric Gastroenterologists
A physician who treats digestive and liver problems in children, such as reflux, constipation, food intolerance and inflammatory bowel disease.
Where Practices List Lactose Intolerance
Cities where practice websites say they offer it.
- New York, NY (31)
- Rockville, MD (18)
- Oak Park, IL (3)
Related
General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about lactose intolerance and what is right for you.