How is eosinophilic gastritis treated?

Treatment for eosinophilic gastritis and/or eosinophilic duodenitis (EG/EoD), previously called eosinophilic gastroenteritis, is highly individualized. The mainstay of treatment is steroids, diet, and mast cell stabilizers as well as other anti-allergy medications.

What is eosinophilia gastritis?

Eosinophilic gastritis (EG) is a rare disease of the stomach. In EG, a type of white blood cell, called the eosinophil, gathers in large numbers in the stomach. Having too many eosinophils can cause injury and irritation to the stomach. EG affects people of all ages.

Does EoE cause digestive issues?

Eosinophilic esophagitis has been identified only since the early 90s, but is now considered a major cause of digestive system (gastrointestinal) illness.

What are the symptoms of functional dyspepsia?

Signs and symptoms of functional dyspepsia may include:

• Pain or burning in the stomach, bloating, excessive belching, or nausea after meals.
• An early feeling of fullness (satiety) when eating.
• Pain in the stomach that may sometimes occur unrelated to meals or may be relieved with meals.

Can GERD cause high eosinophils?

EoE is characterized by a dense esophageal eosinophilia, usually more than 15 eosinophils per high-power field, although GERD also can be associated occasionally with dense esophageal eosinophilia.

What is the best medicine for functional dyspepsia?

Medications that block acid ‘pumps. ‘ Proton pump inhibitors shut down the acid “pumps” within acid-secreting stomach cells. Over-the-counter proton pump inhibitors include lansoprazole (Prevacid 24HR), omeprazole (Prilosec OTC) and esopremazole (Nexium 24HR). Proton pump inhibitors are also available by prescription.

Which medicine is best for eosinophilia?

The most common medications associated with eosinophilia include antibiotics (penicillin, cephalosporins), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (aspirin, ibuprofen), phenytoin (anti-seizure) and allopurinol (used to treat gout).

What doctor treats eosinophilia?

An allergist, who treats asthma and allergies. An immunologist, who treats problems with the immune system, including allergies. A pulmonologist, who treats lung diseases.