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[[File:Herpes esophagitis - high mag.jpg|thumb|Herpes esophagitis - high mag]] | {{Infobox medical condition | ||
| name = Esophagitis | |||
| image = [[File:Esophageal_ulcer.jpg|left|thumb|Esophageal ulcer]] | |||
| caption = Endoscopic image of an esophageal ulcer | |||
| field = [[Gastroenterology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Heartburn]], [[dysphagia]], [[odynophagia]], [[chest pain]] | |||
| complications = [[Esophageal stricture]], [[Barrett's esophagus]], [[esophageal cancer]] | |||
| onset = Varies depending on cause | |||
| duration = Acute or chronic | |||
| causes = [[Gastroesophageal reflux disease|GERD]], [[infection]], [[medication]], [[allergy]] | |||
| risks = [[Obesity]], [[smoking]], [[alcohol consumption]], [[hiatal hernia]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Endoscopy]], [[biopsy]], [[barium swallow]] | |||
| differential = [[Myocardial infarction]], [[peptic ulcer disease]], [[esophageal spasm]] | |||
| treatment = [[Proton pump inhibitors]], [[H2 receptor antagonists]], [[antibiotics]], [[dietary modification]] | |||
| medication = [[Omeprazole]], [[ranitidine]], [[antacids]] | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
| deaths = Rare | |||
}} | |||
[[File:Herpes esophagitis - high mag.jpg|left|thumb|Herpes esophagitis - high mag]] | |||
'''Esophagitis''' is a condition characterized by inflammation of the [[esophagus]], the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including [[acid reflux]], infections, and certain medications. | '''Esophagitis''' is a condition characterized by inflammation of the [[esophagus]], the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including [[acid reflux]], infections, and certain medications. | ||
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== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Esophagitis can be caused by several factors: | Esophagitis can be caused by several factors: | ||
* '''[[Acid Reflux]]''': This is the most common cause of esophagitis. Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, causing irritation and inflammation. | * '''[[Acid Reflux]]''': This is the most common cause of esophagitis. Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, causing irritation and inflammation. | ||
* '''Infections''': Esophagitis can also be caused by infections, particularly in people with weakened immune systems. These can include viral infections such as [[herpes simplex virus]] and fungal infections such as [[Candida]]. | * '''Infections''': Esophagitis can also be caused by infections, particularly in people with weakened immune systems. These can include viral infections such as [[herpes simplex virus]] and fungal infections such as [[Candida]]. | ||
* '''Medications''': Certain medications can cause esophagitis if they become stuck in the esophagus, causing irritation. These can include [[aspirin]], [[ibuprofen]], and certain [[antibiotics]]. | * '''Medications''': Certain medications can cause esophagitis if they become stuck in the esophagus, causing irritation. These can include [[aspirin]], [[ibuprofen]], and certain [[antibiotics]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Symptoms of esophagitis can vary depending on the cause, but may include: | Symptoms of esophagitis can vary depending on the cause, but may include: | ||
* Difficulty swallowing | * Difficulty swallowing | ||
* Pain when swallowing | * Pain when swallowing | ||
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* Nausea | * Nausea | ||
* Vomiting | * Vomiting | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of esophagitis typically involves a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. Additional tests may include: | Diagnosis of esophagitis typically involves a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. Additional tests may include: | ||
* '''[[Endoscopy]]''': This procedure involves inserting a thin tube with a light and camera into the esophagus to examine it. | * '''[[Endoscopy]]''': This procedure involves inserting a thin tube with a light and camera into the esophagus to examine it. | ||
* '''[[Biopsy]]''': During an endoscopy, a small sample of tissue may be taken from the esophagus for examination under a microscope. | * '''[[Biopsy]]''': During an endoscopy, a small sample of tissue may be taken from the esophagus for examination under a microscope. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for esophagitis depends on the underlying cause. This may include: | Treatment for esophagitis depends on the underlying cause. This may include: | ||
* Medications to reduce stomach acid | * Medications to reduce stomach acid | ||
* Antibiotics to treat infections | * Antibiotics to treat infections | ||
* Changes in diet or lifestyle to reduce acid reflux | * Changes in diet or lifestyle to reduce acid reflux | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Gastroesophageal reflux disease]] | * [[Gastroesophageal reflux disease]] | ||
* [[Barrett's esophagus]] | * [[Barrett's esophagus]] | ||
[[Category:Digestive diseases]] | [[Category:Digestive diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Inflammatory diseases]] | [[Category:Inflammatory diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Esophagus]] | [[Category:Esophagus]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 16:26, 6 April 2025
Editor-In-Chief: Prab R Tumpati, MD
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| Esophagitis | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Heartburn, dysphagia, odynophagia, chest pain |
| Complications | Esophageal stricture, Barrett's esophagus, esophageal cancer |
| Onset | Varies depending on cause |
| Duration | Acute or chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | GERD, infection, medication, allergy |
| Risks | Obesity, smoking, alcohol consumption, hiatal hernia |
| Diagnosis | Endoscopy, biopsy, barium swallow |
| Differential diagnosis | Myocardial infarction, peptic ulcer disease, esophageal spasm |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Proton pump inhibitors, H2 receptor antagonists, antibiotics, dietary modification |
| Medication | Omeprazole, ranitidine, antacids |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | Rare |
Esophagitis is a condition characterized by inflammation of the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including acid reflux, infections, and certain medications.
Causes[edit]
Esophagitis can be caused by several factors:
- Acid Reflux: This is the most common cause of esophagitis. Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, causing irritation and inflammation.
- Infections: Esophagitis can also be caused by infections, particularly in people with weakened immune systems. These can include viral infections such as herpes simplex virus and fungal infections such as Candida.
- Medications: Certain medications can cause esophagitis if they become stuck in the esophagus, causing irritation. These can include aspirin, ibuprofen, and certain antibiotics.
Symptoms[edit]
Symptoms of esophagitis can vary depending on the cause, but may include:
- Difficulty swallowing
- Pain when swallowing
- Heartburn
- Chest pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of esophagitis typically involves a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. Additional tests may include:
- Endoscopy: This procedure involves inserting a thin tube with a light and camera into the esophagus to examine it.
- Biopsy: During an endoscopy, a small sample of tissue may be taken from the esophagus for examination under a microscope.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for esophagitis depends on the underlying cause. This may include:
- Medications to reduce stomach acid
- Antibiotics to treat infections
- Changes in diet or lifestyle to reduce acid reflux
