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Prashant began vomiting after lunch at school. He was promptly taken to a nearby doctor, who diagnosed him with food intolerance. Outline three types of food intolerance.
Prashant began vomiting after lunch at school. He was promptly taken to a nearby doctor, who diagnosed him with food intolerance. Outline three types of food intolerance.
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Symptoms of intolerance (like vomiting) usually appear several hours after eating, whereas allergic reactions are often immediate and life-threatening.
Updated On: Feb 19, 2026
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