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Have You Encountered EoE In Patients On Rituximab. I'm On Rx For A MALT Lymphoma, And Have Developed This.
Naseema
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53 year old female, on Rx x 18 months for indolent lymphoma. Developed dysphagia, odynophagia and mid-esophageal ulcers seen on scope
I had Lymphoma and took Rituximab. I am now in full remission for a few years, but have developed severe EoE, with eczema, very dry skin conditions. Its a nightmare condition, with all the skin issues… read more
Can My 4 Year Old Who Only Weighs 13kg Go For An Biopsy. She's Showing Symptoms Of EoE And Gerd
Leann
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Do Your Back Hurts With Esophagitis
Bennieque
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What Do You Think Of Dupixent
A myEoEcenter Subscriber
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I Had An Upper GI Endoscopy And Was Diagnosed With EOE... Throat Had Been Sore For 6 Months,they Did A Small Tear In My Esophagus When Will
Penny
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How long will it take for my esophageal tear to heal after an endoscopy?
While some throat discomfort is normal after an endoscopy, you should monitor your symptoms carefully. If you experience… read more
Can A Biopsy During Gastroscopy Trigger Attacks Of EoE ? After Having No Attacks For Ages - I Had 3 In 3 Weeks Following The Proceedure -
kmc
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While biopsies are a necessary diagnostic tool for EoE, any procedure involving the esophagus could potentially cause irritation. During an upper endoscopy with biopsy, tissue samples are taken from… read more
Does EoE Cause Sore Throat?
Chelsea
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Yes, EoE can cause throat irritation and soreness. This happens because eosinophils (white blood cells) gather in the esophagus and release chemicals that cause inflammation. This inflammation can… read more
Treatment Without Medication?
Deanna
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I have EOE which has gotten worse over the years. I would prefer not to be on medication. Has anyone had any luck with just diet changes or anything else rather than medication?
While diet changes can help manage EoE, it's important to understand that untreated inflammation can lead to scarring in your esophagus, which may be difficult to manage later. The most common dietary… read more
What Have Yall Found That Helps The Aweful Pain With Eoe Flare Ups?
Justin
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Heat has been the only option for me. But whe. Its flared up bad it just stays and every now and then itll ease up my body relaxes enough to fall asleep. This does take time to get to that point. I use hot baths and a heating pad. Its the only release i can get. Doesnt always work. But my flare ups last anywhere from 4 to 12 hrs of constant pain, dizziness, and absolutely sick to my stomach where i have to force myself to throw up. Even if there is nothing on my stomach i take in water to… read more
Question: What helps manage the severe pain during EoE flare-ups?
There are several treatment approaches that can help manage EoE flare-ups:
1. Prescription medications
- Proton pump inhibitors to… read more
