Milk/lactose intolerance

Digestive health
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Hi everyone
I’ve had IBS and been diagnosed with GERD for years now. I’ve always suspected I was intolerant to some foods but wasn’t sure what

But i sort of knew I had a problem with milk so last month I bought lactase enzyme tablets and I must say so far it’s improved my symptoms of severe diarrhoea after almost every meal. Maybe it’s psychological and placebo effect so I don’t want to celebrate just yet till after a month of taking them
I have got an appointment with a consultant in 2 weeks. My questions are
Can a consultant do an allergy test for me as I suspect its more than milk I’m allergic to

Is it possible to get the lactase enzyme tablets on prescription as they are quite dear

I’m allergic to a few things as I have an auto immune condition which is also diagnosed already

Thanks in advance

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I have a lactose intolerance and no you cant get Lactase tablets on prescription. If its only Lactose you have a sensitivity to then they will work but they dont work against eg dairy protein or dairy fat. Its a question of trying them and seeing if they help. I always have some around in case I need them but have found its easier to try and avoid all the foods with dairy in them. In Uk you should be able to look at all pre packed food and find the allergies listed. Gluten and milk are always listed in darker type. It becomes easier as you begin to learn what you can and cant eat.
Dont only buy the expensive “free from” foods , there are plenty of things that are outside this range…just look at the allergens