Does lactose intolerance cause constipation?

Lactose intolerance does not usually cause constipation, the symptoms are usually diarrhea, constipation is difficult to defecate, manifested as a decrease in the number of bowel movements, dry stools, may be related to gastrointestinal dysfunction, insufficient water intake.
Lactose intolerance refers to the lack of lactase enzyme caused by various factors, either congenital or acquired. Lactose intolerant people are prone to diarrhea, bloating, increased gas production, etc. The feces are not easy to be formed, and there may be egg drop soup-like feces, mucus-like feces, foamy feces, etc. In children’s feces, there may be indigestible milk lumps.
Lactose intolerance can not be cured, generally can only be improved by adjusting the diet, for diarrhea is serious, should be timely consultation for rehydration, supplemental electrolyte therapy.