Eosinophilic Esophagitis

 

What Is EoE?

 

Eosinophilic esophagitis, or EoE, is a condition typically caused by food allergies. Allergens like the proteins in cow milk and wheat may be the culprits. EoE is sometimes called an eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorder (EGID). Eosinophilic esophagitis causes inflammation of the esophagus, the tube that connects your mouth to your stomach. This is due to a build-up of eosinophils, a type of white blood cell. Symptoms can be painful and may include trouble swallowing, nausea, regurgitation, heartburn, belly or chest pain, and weight loss. Read on to learn more about EoE and how Neocate can help.

WHAT IS AN EOSINOPHIL?

WHAT IS AN EOSINOPHIL?

Eosinophils are a kind of white blood cell. Normally, they help fight infections from bacteria and parasites. They are also involved in inflammation and allergic reactions.

WHO IS AFFECTED BY EoE?

WHO IS AFFECTED BY EoE?

Eosinophilic esophagitis is more common in boys: close to three out of every four children with EoE are male. This condition can be diagnosed at any age (adults can have food allergies and related conditions as well).

WILL MY CHILD OUTGROW EoE?

WILL MY CHILD OUTGROW EoE?

Probably not. Unlike other food allergies, EoE is considered a chronic condition, meaning it will never fully go away once a person develops it.

HOW RARE IS EOSINOPHILIC ESOPHAGITIS AND WHAT ARE OTHER, RELATED DISORDERS?

HOW RARE IS EOSINOPHILIC ESOPHAGITIS AND WHAT ARE OTHER, RELATED DISORDERS?

Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is not as common as some other allergic disorders. Recent estimates are that it affects about five or six of every 10,000 people in the U.S. The exact number is hard to know, and this could be on the low end because awareness and recognition of EoE are increasing.

In eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorders (EGIDs), inflammation due to food allergies happens in the digestive system. Eosinophilic gastritis affects the stomach, and Eosinophilic gastroenteritis affects the stomach and small intestine. In eosinophilic colitis, inflammation due to food allergies happens in the colon (large intestine).

Get More Details on EoE

Get More Details on EoE

SYMPTOMS
How do you know if your child may have EoE? Learn the signs and symptoms.

CAUSES
What triggers eosinophilic esophagitis? Find out.

DIAGNOSIS
How do medical professionals typically test for this disease? Learn more. 

DIET/MANAGEMENT
Your child has EoE. Now what?

Advocacy Groups

Advocacy Groups

American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders (APFED)
A nonprofit organization dedicated to patients and their families coping with eosinophilic disorders, including EoE.
APFED strives to expand education, create awareness, and support research while promoting advocacy among its
members.

Campaign Urging Research for Eosinophilic Diseases (CURED)
A not-for-profit foundation dedicated to those suffering from eosinophilic enteropathy, which includes eosinophilic
esophagitis, eosinophilic gastroenteritis, eosinophilic colitis, and other eosinophilic disorders.

Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE)
A nonprofit organization formed in 2012 through a merger of the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) and the
Food Allergy Initiative (FAI). FARE works on behalf of the 15 million Americans with food allergies, including all those at
risk for life-threatening anaphylaxis.

Feeding Tube Awareness Foundation and The Oley Foundation
It's not unusual for people with EoE to have feeding tubes. These are two great resources for "tubies."

Kids With Food Allergies
Offers daily assistance and practical food allergy management help. It has a large online peer support group focused on
children’s food allergies — a good place for giving and getting help with food ideas, recipes, and cooking challenges.
Registration is free.

Eosinophilic Esophagitis Products

Talk to your healthcare provider to determine which Neocate products are right for you.

Neocate® Syneo® Infant
Neocate® Syneo® Infant
The first and only hypoallergenic formula with prebiotics and probiotics, specifically designed for food-allergic infants.
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Neocate® Splash
Neocate® Splash
The first and only ready-to-feed hypoallergenic formula designed to address the growing nutritional and lifestyle needs of toddlers, older children and teens. Available in: Unflavored, Orange-Pineapple, Grape, and Tropical.
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Neocate® Infant DHA/ARA
Neocate® Infant DHA/ARA
Neocate® Infant is the original hypoallergenic amino acid-based formula, designed for food-allergic infants.
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Neocate® Nutra
Neocate® Nutra
The first and only hypoallergenic, amino acid-based, solid food. Pudding style consistency, ideal for spoon feeding.
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Neocate® Junior
Neocate® Junior
The only hypoallergenic formula that is available with or without prebiotic fiber to help support digestive health and specifically designed to address the growing nutritional and lifestyle needs of toddlers and older children. Available in: Unflavored, Vanilla, Strawberry, Chocolate and Tropical.
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Further Resources
 
Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) and the Six Food Elimination Diet
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Patient Perspectives - I am 13 and I have EoE
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