Esophagitis Disease Treatment in Ahmedabad

Esophagitis - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, Risk Factor & Prevention

What is Esophagitis

Esophagitis is inflammation of the esophagus, causing issues like trouble swallowing, chest discomfort, and acid reflux. It can range from mild irritation to severe inflammation, and may be either acute or chronic.

Symptoms of Esophagitis

  • Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)

  • Painful swallowing (odynophagia)

  • Chest pain, often behind the breastbone, that may worsen with eating

  • Heartburn

  • Acid regurgitation

  • Food getting stuck in the esophagus (food impaction)

  • Nausea and vomiting

  • Sore throat and hoarseness

  • Coughing, especially at night

Causes of Esophagitis

Reflux Esophagitis

Caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), where stomach acid frequently backs up into the esophagus, leading to irritation.

Infectious Esophagitis

Caused by infections due to bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. It is more common in people with weakened immune systems.

Drug-induced Esophagitis

Caused by taking medications that can irritate the esophagus if they dissolve there. Common medications include certain antibiotics, pain relievers, and bisphosphonates.

Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)

Caused by an allergic reaction or immune response, often to certain foods or environmental allergens. EoE involves a high concentration of eosinophils (a type of white blood cell) in the esophagus.

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Diagnosis of Esophagitis

Endoscopy (Esophagogastroduodenoscopy or EGD):

A flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the mouth to visualize the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. Biopsies can be taken during this procedure.

Barium Swallow (Esophagram):

X-ray imaging of the esophagus after swallowing a barium solution, which highlights abnormalities.

Biopsy

Tissue samples taken during endoscopy to examine under a microscope for inflammation, eosinophils, infection, or other abnormalities.

pH Monitoring

Measures acid levels in the esophagus over 24 hours to detect acid reflux

Allergy Testing

Used for eosinophilic esophagitis to identify specific food or environmental allergens.

Esophagitis Treatment in Ahmedabad

Reflux Esophagitis

  • Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) or H2 blockers to reduce stomach acid.
  • Lifestyle changes such as dietary adjustments, weight loss, and elevating the head of the bed.

Infectious Esophagitis

  • Antibiotics, antifungals, or antivirals to treat the specific infection.

Drug-induced Esophagitis

  • Avoiding the offending medication or taking it with plenty of water and remaining upright for at least 30 minutes after taking it.

Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)

  • Steroids to reduce inflammation.
  • Elimination diets to identify and avoid allergens.

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Risk Factor of Esophagitis

  • GERD

    Frequent acid reflux increases the risk

  • Medications

    Certain medications can irritate the esophagus

  • Infections

    Weakened immune system increases the risk of infectious esophagitis.

  • Allergies

    Food and environmental allergies can lead to eosinophilic esophagitis.

  • Age

    Older adults are more susceptible to medication-related esophagitis.

Prevention of Esophagitis

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Read All The Frequently Asked Questions About Esophagitis

FAQ’S

Can esophagitis be cured?
After identifying the cause of your esophagitis, your doctor will likely start you on treatment, and you should begin to feel improvement within a few days. It may take a few weeks for your esophagus to fully heal. If necessary, your doctor can provide you with pain medication.
What foods cause esophagitis?
Many times, foods like milk, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts, and seafood can be the cause of this type of esophagitis.
How to repair esophagus naturally?
Stay away from triggers that can irritate your esophagus, like spicy foods, acidic foods, alcohol, and smoking. Opt for a gentle diet to minimize irritation while your esophagus is recovering. Remember to take small, well-chewed bites of food. Keep yourself hydrated with water or calming teas like marshmallow and slippery elm.

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