Esophagitis Eosinophilic 2 C3150679
A condition where white blood cells accumulate in the esophagus, often triggered by food or environmental allergens.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- K76.9
- ICD-11
- DA00.0
- Body system
- gastrointestinal
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Abdominal pain or nausea
(gastrointestinal)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Dysphagia
(gastrointestinal)Refractory acid reflux
(gastrointestinal)Nausea
(gastrointestinal)Food allergy or skin rash
(gastrointestinal)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
GI disease management
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Proton pump inhibitor
High-dose PPI therapy reduces esophageal acid exposure and modulates local immune responses, decreasing eosinophilic inflammation in the esophageal mucosa. Response rates vary and may require endoscopic verification.
Swallowed topical corticosteroids
Viscous budesonide or fluticasone preparations applied directly to esophageal mucosa provide potent anti-inflammatory effects with minimal systemic absorption, reducing eosinophil counts and improving endoscopic appearance.
Additional treatment options
Targeted elimination diet
Diet therapy removing specific identified food allergens based on allergy testing or empiric elimination of common triggers allows esophageal healing while maintaining varied nutrition. Individualized based on patient-specific sensitivities.
dietaryMontelukast therapy
Leukotriene receptor antagonists like montelukast may reduce eosinophil chemotaxis and activation in some patients, providing an adjunctive option when first-line therapies are partially effective.
complementaryEndoscopic surveillance
Periodic upper endoscopy with esophageal biopsies monitors treatment response, assesses for fibrostenotic remodeling, and guides ongoing management decisions. Frequency individualized based on disease severity and treatment response.
monitoringWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Dellon ES, Hirano I, Furuta GT. AGA Institute and CAG Clinical Practice Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Eosinophilic Esophagitis. Gastroenterology. 2021;161(2):505-525.
Lucendo AJ, Molina-Infante J, Arias Á, et al. Efficacy of Dietary Therapies for Inducing Histologic and Clinical Remission in Eosinophilic Esophagitis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Gastroenterology. 2019;156(7):1938-1953.
Straumann A, Degen L, Felder S, et al. Budesonide Effervescent Tablets for Induction of Remission in Active Eosinophilic Esophagitis: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial. Gastroenterology. 2020;159(5):1672-1685.
Furuta GT, Katzka DA. Eosinophilic Esophagitis. N Engl J Med. 2015;373(17):1640-1648. (Updated 2023)
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