2023-05-16 14:32:51
Eosinophilic esophagitis has a major impact on the quality of life of patients and their families. This effect increases with the severity of the disease.3,6.
Infants and young children may have stunted growth due to feed refusal. Teenagers and adults may have difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), and food may get stuck in the esophagus (impaction). Food blockage in the esophagus is a serious medical emergency: 31% of adults with eosinophilic esophagitis have ever sought emergency medical care for food blocked in the esophagus7.
People with eosinophilic esophagitis are more likely to be depressed and anxious3,8,9.
Discover the testimony of Iris, who has been living with eosinophilic esophagitis for several years. With many uncertainties regarding her future with this disease, Iris tells us regarding her daily life and her commitment to helping patients find answers.
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