Eosinophilic esophagitis Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
key word
A
Atopy + Dysphagia or food impaction
2
Q
Diagnosis
A
▪ Diagnosis
- Endoscopy – Circumferential lines like rings - Biopsy “Confirmatory”: Eosinophilic infiltration
> 15 eosinophils per high power field
3
Q
Treatment
A
- Eliminate the Allergic Food [6 Food elimination Diet] - if Failed → PPIs = Omeprazole, Lansoprazole - if Failed → Topically acting swallowed Steroid [Fluticasone, budesonide]
