January 23, 2001
Research: Causes and Prevention
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Question from Muncie, Indiana, USA:
Is it true that lactose intolerant babies have a higher risk of developing diabetes?
Answer:
From: DTeam Staff
The short answer is no. Indirectly, however, lactose intolerance may be one of the symptoms of celiac disease which is another autoimmune problem which may occur on its own or be found in about 8% of people with type 1A (autoimmune) diabetes.
DOB