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    • Gastroenterology
    • Allergy and Immunology
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Esophagitis results from various insults to esophageal epithelial homeostasis.
    • Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a non-IgE-mediated food allergy, often seen in males with atopy.
    • Reflux esophagitis stems from repeated exposure to acidic gastric contents due to lower esophageal sphincter (LES) dysfunction.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the diagnostic challenges in differentiating EoE from reflux esophagitis.
    • To emphasize the critical importance of accurate diagnosis for appropriate treatment selection.
    • To outline effective management strategies for both conditions.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of clinical presentations and diagnostic criteria for esophagitis.
    • Comparison of histological findings in EoE and reflux esophagitis.
    • Discussion of current treatment protocols based on consensus guidelines.

    Main Results:

    • Endoscopic biopsy alone may not reliably distinguish between EoE and reflux esophagitis due to overlapping histologic features.
    • Symptoms of EoE and reflux esophagitis frequently overlap, complicating diagnosis.
    • Treatment strategies differ significantly, with acid suppression for GERD and topical steroids/antigen avoidance for EoE.

    Conclusions:

    • Formal diagnosis following consensus guidelines is essential for effective management of esophagitis.
    • Treatment should target provocative factors (acid for GERD, food antigens for EoE) or suppress inflammation.
    • EoE is a chronic condition requiring indefinite therapeutic management.