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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 approach is an elimination diet that removes common trigger foods like:

- Milk
- Eggs
- Soy
- Wheat
- Nuts
- Fish Some additional lifestyle modifications that may help include:

- Staying well hydrated throughout the day
- Gargling with warm salt water to soothe throat irritation
- Avoiding environmental triggers identified through allergy testing
- Working with a dietitian to ensure proper nutrition while on an elimination diet

However, many myEoEcenter members report that combining dietary changes with medical treatment provides the best control of symptoms and prevention of complications. Consider discussing your concerns about medication with your gastroenterologist who can explain the risks and benefits of different treatment approaches.