What doctor or specialist should I go for lactose intolerance?

Lactose intolerance

Lactose intolerance is the inability to process foods that contain lactose that is found in milk and milk products.

To treat lactose intolerance the most common doctors or specialists are:

Gastroenterologist :

The gastroenterologist is a doctor specializing in diseases of the digestive system including esophagus, stomach, intestines, colon and rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts and liver.

Pediatrician :

A pediatrician is the specialist in charge of the health care and diseases of children and adolescents from birth to 18 years.

Nutritionist :

A nutritionist is a professional expert in food, nutrition and dietetics.

Doctor :

A doctor or family doctor is responsible for diagnosing and prescribing medical treatments to patients. The family doctor refers to patients where a specialist when a specific treatment is required.

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Remember that for the proper selection of health professional that treats lactose intolerance you must consider the nature, severity and symptoms you are presenting.