Question 1

what is squamous mucosa with reflux esophagitis (basal cell hyperplasia, intraepithelial eosinophils)? &esophagitis found with linear furrowing?

Accepted Answer

Benign: The key is that despite the fact that you have reflux and are probably going to be more comfortable when you are effectively treated, we did not see precancerous change.

Question 2

eosinophils are high and have psoriasis and had esophagitis ? maybe allergies?

Accepted Answer

Maybe...: The eosinophils correlate with allergies, but the psoriasis is often thought of as the other "arm" of the immune system; we usually think of atopic dermatitis (eczema) as more on the allergic side, so this is not the usual situation.  There is a small subset of psoriasis patients who respond to gluten avoidance (or other allergen avoidance) so it might be worth getting tested by an allergist.

Question 3

i have esophagitis reflux confirmed from an endoscopy. is this whats causing me to gag from time to time?

Accepted Answer

It can: That is a reasonable symptom if that is what you have.

Question 4

what is grade c esophagitis?

Accepted Answer

Esophagitis: There are 4 grades of esophagitis, grade c is defined as: grade c 	mucosal breaks continuous between > 2 mucosal folds, but involving less than 75% of the esophageal circumference.

Question 5

what happens when esophagitis isuntreated?

Accepted Answer

Damage: The esophagus is damaged which can lead to scar tissue forming. This can cause difficulty swallowing. Also, ongoing damage to the esophagus is thought to cause precancerous changes to occur in the esophagus which, over time, could lead to esophageal cancer.

Question 6

whats eosinophilic esophagitis ?

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Allergy: This is an allergic condition of the esophagus that can cause problems swallowing. The cause is unknown but it can be treated with medications.

Question 7

what is eosinophilic esophagitis?

Accepted Answer

Inflammatory conditi: On of the esophagus, triggering a specific group of white cells as the culprit. Not many treatment options but lately some evidence suggests that swallowing nasal steroid preparations help.

Question 8

how do you treat eosinophilic esophagitis?

Accepted Answer

Find and fix cause: The eosinophlic response is often secondary to some sort of immune system stimulation  - like an allergic type reaction. Exposure to fungal mycotoxins can be a factor.  Excessive parasympathetic tone can be contributory as well.  Find and fix the cause of your problem.

Question 9

ho can you recover from reflux esophagitis?

Accepted Answer

Non-drug Rx helps: Reflux can be treated by eating smaller amounts more often (grazing), being cautious about things that cause irritation, not eating/drinking before sleep, and propping the head of the bed up. If the symptoms are severe, or continue despite those techniques, you may need drug therapy as well. Sometimes directly looking at the stomach with an egd is needed as well. Good luck!

Question 10

grade2 esophagitis and mucosa inflamed distally?

Accepted Answer

Esophagitis: Esophagitis is unusual in a person in their 30s, but can happen.  Omeprazole definitely indicated, at least for 8 weeks, probably longer.  Important also is how and what you eat.  Smaller meals, chew thoroughly, minimal spice, no alcohol, don't overeat.  Eat slowly.  Don't eat for 1 hour before bed time.  For 2 weeks you might benefit from twice a day omeprazole -- ask doc.  Mylanta every 2 hrs

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What is squamous mucosa with reflux esophagitis (basal cell hyperplasia, intraepithelial eosinophils)? &esophagitis found with linear furrowing?

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What happens when esophagitis isuntreated?

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