Esophagitis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is an allergic condition that happens in the esophagus. The esophagus becomes inflamed and does not contract properly. It can get narrowed and develop rings or abscesses. The symptoms happen when your immune system makes white blood cells in reaction to an allergen.
Change in eating habits
common
Food stuck in throat
or Object stuck in throat
common
Throwing up
common
Baby not feeling hungry
or Slow growth
common
Swallowing difficulties
Solids only
common
Abdominal pain
Located in middle upper region
or Chest discomfort
Center of the chest
Unresponsive to anti reflux treatment
common
Child is constantly crying
Acid reflux
Recurrent
Occurs or worsens after a meal
Feel like vomiting
Pain, scratchiness or irritation of the throat
Diarrhea
Eczema
or Long-term difficulty breathing due to the narrowing of bronchi
or Inflammation of the nose caused by allergy
or History of allergy
Family history of eosinophilic esophagitis
If you have Esophagitis, then a visit to a gastroenterologist is recommended.
Contact a
Gastroenterologist
Instagram
Facebook
LinkedIn
Youtube
Twitter