Severe lactose intolerance can be an uncomfortable condition that involves gas, bloating and stomach pain after consuming milk products. The condition occurs when the body doesn't produce enough of the enzyme lactase, which breaks down the sugar found in milk. Without the right amount of this enzyme, milk products are difficult to digest. The intestines can't process the lactose, and it disrupts the digestive tract. 

But being diagnosed with severe lactose intolerance doesn't necessarily mean you need to avoid milk altogether or be tortured with a bloated belly and embarrassing gas. Lactose intolerance and milk allergies aren't the same, and you don't need to avoid milk products completely. While there is no cure, having a management and treatment plan in place can help reduce the symptoms. There may be some things you can do to manage your intake and minimize the discomfort associated with consuming dairy.