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What is the reason for the frequent passage of gas after drinking milk or coffee?

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Patient's Query

Hi,

I have a problem with frequently passing gas. I feel I have a weak stomach. I have had this problem for the past seven years. My current medications are Nexium 40 mg and Metronidazole 400 mg. But these medicines have not helped me. I have also tried Pantocid I in the past. Please suggest medicines that are easily available.
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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

I understand you have taken metronidazole. Do you have a history of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection?

Also, I wanted to know if you have tried avoiding lactose-containing products?

How long have you had the symptoms now?

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi, doctor,

I got tested for H. pylori. So I do not have this infection. I try to avoid milk and coffee because I get loose stool if I drink it. Current symptoms have been for six months. Sometimes, the symptoms get worse that I can not work, and sometimes little better. Thanks.

Answered by Dr. Sadaf Mustafa

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sadaf Mustafa is an Internal Medicine Specialist. She can diagnose and manage complex and multisystem disease. She can treat chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disorders. She can provide preventive care and routine health assessments. She can help in the management of infections and autoimmune diseases. She helps in the interpretation of diagnostic tests and imaging reports. She can do medication management and adjustment for long-term therapies.

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Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understand your concern.

Thank you for answering my questions.

I strongly believe you have lactose intolerance, and treatment for it is to use lactose-free products and avoid food that contains milk, including yogurt and cheese.

These products can cause gas, bloating, flatulence, and abdominal distension.

There are drops and pills both available, and you can easily find them on the internet. They are called lactase enzyme drops.

Please let me know if I can be of any further assistance.

Wishing you the best of health.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At June 1, 2022
Reviewed At August 24, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sadaf Mustafa is an Internal Medicine Specialist. She can diagnose and manage complex and multisystem disease. She can treat chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disorders. She can provide preventive care and routine health assessments. She can help in the management of infections and autoimmune diseases. She helps in the interpretation of diagnostic tests and imaging reports. She can do medication management and adjustment for long-term therapies.

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Dr. Sadaf Mustafa
Dr. Sadaf Mustafa

Internal Medicine

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sadaf Mustafa is an Internal Medicine Specialist. She can diagnose and manage complex and multisystem disease. She can treat chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disorders. She can provide preventive care and routine health assessments. She can help in the management of infections and autoimmune diseases. She helps in the interpretation of diagnostic tests and imaging reports. She can do medication management and adjustment for long-term therapies.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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