Esophagitis

Eosinophilic Esophagitis

Brief overview Symptoms: Eosinophilic esophagitis causes, among other things, difficulty swallowing and pain behind the breastbone. Children, on the other hand, usually complain of heartburn, nausea, or abdominal pain. Treatment: inhibition of stomach acid production, defense-suppressing drugs (immunosuppressants), or an elimination diet. Causes: Eosinophilic esophagitis is a.e. a form of food allergy, causing esophageal mucosa … Eosinophilic Esophagitis

Esophagitis (Esophageal Inflammation)

Brief overview Typical symptoms of esophagitis are difficulty swallowing and a burning sensation behind the breastbone. Affected people have little appetite and may lose weight. Sometimes, on the other hand, there are no clearly identifiable symptoms. Causes: Refluxing stomach acid, infections, medications or the immune system itself irritate and inflame the mucosa. Treatment: Therapy depends … Esophagitis (Esophageal Inflammation)