Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE)

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Information for children, adolescents and their families about eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), a disorder that involves inflammation and swelling of the esophagus.

Key points

  • Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), is a chronic allergic/immune disorder that involves inflammation and swelling of the esophagus, the tube that leads from the back of the throat into the stomach.
  • EoE can occur at any age, from infants to adults. The type of symptoms can vary with age.
  • Your child will undergo an upper endoscopy to help diagnose EoE.
  • Treatment for EoE can include medications and/or diet changes. Your child’s health-care team will help create a treatment plan.
Last updated: março 10th 2021