Eosinophilic esophagitis is an allergic conditions that causes your esophagus to become inflamed. It's caused by a buildup of white blood cells (eosinophils) in the esophagus, which are made by your immune system in response to an allergen.
Symptoms
Symptoms of eosinophilic esophagitis include:
- Trouble swallowing
- Heartburn
- Chest pain
- Stomach pain
- Food getting stuck in your throat
- Malnutrition
- Vomiting
Treatment
To treat eosinophilic esophagitis, your gastroenterologist and allergist will work together closely to figure out what foods or other allergens you should avoid. Medicines like corticosteroids may also help your symptoms.
Risk Factors
You're more likely to develop eosinophilic esophagitis if you have other allergy-related conditions, such as eczema, asthma, food allergies, or environmental allergies.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Gastroenterology
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