Lactose intolerance
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| Definition | Lactose intolerance is a condition that makes it difficult to digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and several other dairy products. Lactose is normally broken down by an enzyme called lactase, which is produced by cells in the lining of the small intestine. Lack or loss of lactase has both genetic and non-genetic causes. | MedlinePlus |
Associated Dietary Entities
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| impairs_digestion_of | Human Milk | In this disorder (also known as congenital alactasia), infants are unable to break down lactose in breast milk or formula. | MedlinePlus |
| impairs_digestion_of | Infant Formulas | In this disorder (also known as congenital alactasia), infants are unable to break down lactose in breast milk or formula. | MedlinePlus |
Associated Genes
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| associate_with | LCT | MedlinePlus |
| associate_with | MCM6 | MedlinePlus |