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
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Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)
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Painful swallowing (odynophagia)
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Chest pain, often behind the breastbone, that may worsen with eating
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Heartburn
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Acid regurgitation
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Food getting stuck in the esophagus (food impaction)
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Nausea and vomiting
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Sore throat and hoarseness
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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
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GERD
Frequent acid reflux increases the risk
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Medications
Certain medications can irritate the esophagus
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Infections
Weakened immune system increases the risk of infectious esophagitis.
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Allergies
Food and environmental allergies can lead to eosinophilic esophagitis.
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Age
Older adults are more susceptible to medication-related esophagitis.
Prevention of Esophagitis
- Avoid foods and drinks that trigger reflux (e.g., fatty foods, caffeine, alcohol).
- Eat smaller meals
- Avoid lying down immediately after eating.
- Manage underlying conditions that weaken the immune system
- Practice good hygiene to reduce infection risk
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