May 25, 2012
Topics A-Z Digestive Disorders Blood in the stool and lactose intolerance
Blood in the stool and lactose intolerance |
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Dear Ask The Doctor: I'm lactose intolerant and have increased my dairy intake alot in the last couple of days, can this cause blood in the stool? Dear Farren: I comprehend your worry about bloody stools and lactose intolerance. Let me reassure you that Intestinal bleeding is not related to lactose intolerance. However if this was a single episode, it might have probably be caused by a non serious etiology. On the other hand if you noticed burning abdominal pain or you have been feeling constipated lately, common causes such as ulcers, hemorrhoids might be producing a small bleeding in your GI tract. I would suggest you to consult your PCP if you continue observing blood in your stools. If you develop fever and bloody diarrhea, seek immediate attention, this might be a sign of infection and antibiotics might be needed. I wish you a prompt recovery. |
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