Milk Intolerance (Noun)
Meaning
Congenital disorder consisting of an inability to digest milk and milk products; absence or deficiency of lactase results in an inability to hydrolyze lactose.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- People with milk intolerance often experience bloating and gas after consuming lactose-containing products.
- The worldwide incidence of milk intolerance varies greatly, with the majority of people of African, Asian, or Native American descent being lactose intolerant.
- Milk intolerance is usually diagnosed with a hydrogen breath test or a lactose tolerance test.
- A person with milk intolerance can manage their symptoms by avoiding milk and milk products or by taking lactase enzyme supplements.
- Symptoms of milk intolerance can range from mild to severe and may include diarrhea, stomach cramps, and nausea.