lactase deficiency

• Affection médicale dans laquelle l'intestin grêle ne produit pas assez de lactase, l'enzyme nécessaire à la digestion du lactose, ce qui entraîne souvent une gêne digestive après consommation de produits laitiers.

A medical condition in which the small intestine does not produce enough lactase, the enzyme needed to digest lactose, often leading to digestive discomfort after consuming dairy products.

1. Lactose IntoleranceB2formal

   A condition where the body does not produce enough lactase enzyme to properly digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products.

   déficit en lactase

   • People with lactase deficiency often experience bloating after drinking milk.
   • The doctor diagnosed her with lactase deficiency after the test.
   • Lactase deficiency can be managed by avoiding dairy products.