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(E73.0) Congenital lactase deficiency
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205 644 in individuals diagnosis congenital lactase deficiency confirmed
2 004 deaths with diagnosis congenital lactase deficiency
1% mortality rate associated with the disease congenital lactase deficiency
Diagnosis congenital lactase deficiency is diagnosed Men are 6.80% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital lactase deficiency
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital lactase deficiency
2 004 (2.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital lactase deficiency - Men and Women aged 10-14
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-44, 50-54, 60-64, 70-79
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 45-49, 55-59, 65-69, 80-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 25-29, 65-69, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-24, 30-64, 70-94
Disease Features congenital lactase deficiency
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital lactase deficiency - what does this mean
Congenital lactase deficiency is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the gene responsible for the production of the enzyme lactase, which is necessary for the digestion of lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products. as a result, people with this condition are unable to digest lactose and can experience symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain, and diarrhea when consuming dairy.
What happens during the disease - congenital lactase deficiency
Congenital lactase deficiency is caused by a genetic mutation that prevents the production of the enzyme lactase, which is responsible for breaking down lactose, a sugar found in dairy products. this mutation prevents the body from breaking down lactose, leading to an inability to digest dairy products and resulting in symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, and diarrhea.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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8 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital lactase deficiency - Prevention
Congenital lactase deficiency can be prevented by avoiding the consumption of dairy products and other lactose-containing foods during pregnancy. additionally, the mother should be encouraged to take prenatal vitamins that contain calcium and vitamin d to ensure that she and her baby are receiving adequate nutrition.