What Is Eosinophilic Gastritis?
Eosinophilic gastritis is a stomach wall disease which is uncommon and is caused by excessive eosinophil accumulation (white blood cell). The result of this infiltration is swelling, pain, digestive problems and in cases of unattended cases, may result in weight loss malnutrition or anemia.
Common Causes and Risk Factors
- Allergies to food (dairy, wheat, soy, eggs)
- Family or personal history of allergy diseases (asthma, eczema) in the family.
- Eosinophilic gastrointestinal diseases.
- Genetically disposed abnormal immune responses.
- Weather stimuli and seasonal allergies.
Signs and Symptoms
- In upper part or abdominal cramp.
- Nausea and vomiting
- Swelled up or easy to fill up.
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Unexplained weight loss
How Dr. Rishi Diagnoses Eosinophilic Gastritis?
Dr. Rishi uses a step-by-step approach:
Medical History and Exam
He analyses your medical symptoms, diet and allergy and family history.
Blood Tests
Peripheral eosinophil count is determined and other causes of stomach inflammation eradicated.
Endoscopic Evaluation
- To examine visually, endoscopy of the stomach, upper portion.
- Sample biopsies that were taken to identify the presence of the tissue eosinophil.
Allergy and Dietary Testing
Directed elimination nutrition and elective skin or blood allergy testing to determine food provoking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the first symptoms of eosinophil-induced gastritis?
Belly pains, vomiting and bloating are some of the initial symptoms.
Time to make a diagnosis?
More patients are diagnosed within 2-4 weeks of endoscopy and blood tests.
Eosinophilic gastritis is a hereditary?
It may be a family heredity though food allergies and immune factors also play a role.
Can you dine out in the restaurants in Houston?
Yes. Train staff about your food needs to avoid allergens.
Will it need steroids to treat it?
Not always. The dietary modifications commence with the fact that most patients proceed to test steroids.
Are there any risks of treatment?
To minimize the adverse effects, Dr. Chadha prescribes the lowest effective dosages and monitors them.
Would eosinophilic gastritis improve in children?
It may sometimes end up growing out of some children, but in adults, it may be a permanent condition.
And how often do I need an endoscopy?
Monitoring of healing and adjusting therapy after 6-12 months is usually expected.
Do I run the risk of aggravating my symptoms under the influence of stress?
Yes. Stress can also add to the symptoms and we would recommend stress reduction and exercise.
Where can I learn more?
The details of the information are provided on the Mayo Clinic site about Eosinophilic Gastritis.