Which of the following best describes the effects of lactose intolerance on those who consume dairy products?
A) The undigested lactose passes into the large intestine, where it causes a severe allergic response causing intestinal bleeding and scarring
B) The undigested lactose passes into the large intestine, where it draws in water, is metabolized by bacteria, producing gas and causing abdominal distension, gas, cramping, and diarrhea
C) the undigested lactose passes into the small intestine, where it causes a severe traumatic response causing collapse and stoppage of the organ.
D) All of these occur in lactose intolerance
Ans: B) The undigested lactose passes into the large intestine, where it draws in water, is metabolized by bacteria, producing gas and causing abdominal distension, gas, cramping, and diarrhea
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