Symptoms of infant milk powder lactose intolerance

Written by Zhang Xian Hua
Pediatrics
Updated on September 08, 2024
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The symptoms of infant milk formula lactose intolerance typically manifest in the following areas:

Firstly, the most direct symptom is abnormal stool in infants, which looks poorly digested with more milk curds, and this is the most common direct symptom.

Secondly, the baby may experience increased gastrointestinal gas, bloating, abdominal pain, leading to restless sleep and irritability.

Furthermore, the baby may exhibit a decreased appetite and varying degrees of vomiting. Of course, most cases of infant lactose intolerance occur after an intestinal viral infection, so there may also be symptoms related to viral intestinal infections.

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What should I do if lactose intolerance makes me feel like vomiting?

People with lactose intolerance often feel nauseous and should avoid drinking milk. If they must drink milk, it needs to undergo special treatment first. Consuming untreated milk can lead to diarrhea in lactose-intolerant individuals, and severe cases may result in dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. Additionally, those with lactose intolerance should also check for any milk allergies or diarrhea caused by indigestion. It is essential to conduct allergen tests and, if necessary, take oral medication to regulate the digestive system.

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What to eat for lactose intolerance as supplementary food?

Children with lactose intolerance should avoid adding foods containing lactose when introducing solid foods. Additionally, you can make some food at home for the baby, such as cooking thin porridge, boiling noodles for the baby, mixing a lumpy soup, etc. You can also give the baby small amounts of fruits and vegetables, but they need to be cut into small pieces or juiced before feeding. The main treatment for lactose intolerance is dietary therapy, which involves avoiding foods containing lactose to effectively control and alleviate the symptoms of lactose intolerance in babies, such as milkshakes, cheese, and other dairy products which should not be fed to the baby.

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Can lactose intolerance cause eczema?

Lactose intolerance generally does not cause eczema in patients. Lactose intolerance can be divided into primary lactase deficiency, secondary lactase deficiency, and congenital lactase deficiency. Patients with lactose intolerance mainly experience symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, increased bowel sounds, intestinal colic, and bloating. Some patients experience reduced intestinal motility, leading to constipation, and the severity of symptoms is related to the amount of dairy products consumed. Therefore, a small number of patients can tolerate a certain amount of dairy products without experiencing significant symptoms, and the specific tolerable amount varies from person to person.

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Can lactose intolerance still lead to weight gain?

Lactose intolerance refers to a condition where the body lacks lactase enzyme, leading to symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and bloating after consuming dairy products. It does not have a direct correlation with the ability to gain weight, because aside from dairy products, there are many other foods that a person can eat. If someone is lactose intolerant and cannot consume dairy, they can still eat many other things, which can also contribute to weight gain. Therefore, individuals with lactose intolerance can still gain weight, as there is no direct relationship between lactose intolerance and obesity.

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What should I do if I vomit due to lactose intolerance?

Lactose intolerance can lead to vomiting, which can be managed based on the condition by symptomatic treatment. For example, Metoclopramide can be used orally or through muscle injection to alleviate vomiting. If necessary, chlorpromazine injections can also be used for treatment. The choice of specific medications and their administration must adhere to medical advice. In addition to addressing the symptoms, it is essential to treat the primary disease causing lactose intolerance. For instance, if it is caused by ulcerative colitis, then treatment should focus on this condition. In the case of primary lactose intolerance, a lifelong avoidance of lactose-containing foods is necessary. (Medication use should be under the guidance of a physician.)