Lactose is often present in infant formula, and some infants may experience lactose intolerance and diarrhea when fed formula, as well as sleep disturbances. So, what should lactose intolerant babies do if they have difficulty sleeping?
Lactose is a unique sugar found in animal milk, and it needs to be broken down by lactase in the body to form galactose, as well as glucose, in order to be absorbed by the body. However, some infants may have insufficient production of lactase in their small intestinal mucosa due to developmental disorders and other conditions, which can result in ineffective breakdown and absorption of lactose. This is known as lactase deficiency or lactose intolerance.
If a baby tests positive for lactose tolerance, it is a sign of lactose intolerance, and severe lactose intolerance often causes diarrhea. If a baby's bowel movements are not frequent, do not affect normal development, have mild lactose intolerance, and occasionally experience sleep disturbances, most cases do not require special treatment for this condition.
If severe diarrhea is caused by lactose intolerance and affects the absorption of nutrients by infants, corresponding probiotic drugs for gastrointestinal regulation should be used under the guidance of a physician. And if necessary, lactose free formula milk powder or anti diarrhea formula milk powder can also be used for feeding.
