Eosinophilic Esophagitis: Experts Address Your Burning Questions

Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic type 2 helper (Th2)-mediated inflammatory disorder that is characterized by symptoms of esophageal dysfunction and esophageal inflammation with intraepithelial eosinophils. Once considered rare, EoE is a relatively new disease that is now commonplace and affects both children and adults. When left unmanaged, EoE can impact a patient’s ability to eat properly, leading to food impaction and increased medical expenses. Recent data indicate that many clinicians are unaware of the optimal treatment of EoE, including best practices for the differential diagnosis and treatment selection for these patients. This was reflected in the questions submitted by the audience at a symposium on the topic of EoE at a recent gastroenterology society meeting. In this educational podcast series, expert faculty discuss these questions to provide practical guidance for the management of EoE in real-world practice.