Eosinophilic gastritis is an inflammatory condition in which too many eosinophils-a type of white blood cell-accumulate in the stomach lining. This buildup leads to swelling, irritation, and may interfere with normal digestion. Diagnosis often requires an endoscopy with biopsy to confirm elevated eosinophil levels.
Symptoms vary from person to person and may come and go. You might experience:
The exact cause of eosinophilic gastritis isn't fully understood, but several factors are often involved:
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It is diagnosed through an endoscopic biopsy showing eosinophil buildup in the stomach lining and blood tests revealing elevated eosinophil levels.
Yes. Common food triggers include dairy, eggs, wheat, soy, and other allergens that can provoke an immune response in the stomach lining.
An elimination diet or a six-food exclusion plan (removing dairy, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts/tree nuts, and seafood) often helps identify and avoid triggers.
Current research does not show a clear link between cannabis use and eosinophilic gastritis; most cases are related to food-based allergies or intolerances.
This rare subtype features both a thickened collagen layer in the stomach lining and significant eosinophil infiltration, leading to unique symptoms and biopsy findings.
Yes. If left untreated, it can lead to ulcers, scarring, malabsorption of nutrients, and chronic symptoms that impact quality of life.
A gastroenterologist-such as our specialists at GastroDoxs in Cypress-manages diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up care for this condition.
Eosinophilia indicates an elevated count of eosinophils, either in the bloodstream or within tissue samples, confirming an allergic or inflammatory process in the stomach.
No. It is a rare disorder, but improved diagnostic techniques mean more patients are being accurately identified and treated.
Yes. Flare-ups are possible. Ongoing follow-up, dietary adjustments, and medication management help reduce the risk of recurrence.
