Significance of feeding dysfunction in eosinophilic esophagitis

World J Gastroenterol. 2014 Aug 21;20(31):11019-22. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v20.i31.11019.

Abstract

Feeding dysfunction is a frequent presenting symptom of eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). Here we present 3 children of various ages whose manifestations of EoE associated feeding dysfunction led to significant and life altering impact on their growth and development. Early identification of presenting symptoms of EoE will allow for prompt diagnosis and initiation of appropriate treatments. Recognition of salient features of dysfunction and treatment by feeding therapists and nutritionists led to symptom resolution and growth.

Keywords: Eosinophilic esophagitis; Eosinophilic oesophagitis; Esophagitis; Feeding dysfunction; Feeding therapy oral motor skills; Mealtime dynamics; Oesophagitis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Child, Preschool
  • Cost of Illness
  • Deglutition Disorders / diagnosis
  • Deglutition Disorders / etiology*
  • Deglutition Disorders / physiopathology
  • Deglutition Disorders / psychology
  • Deglutition Disorders / therapy
  • Deglutition*
  • Eating*
  • Eosinophilic Esophagitis / complications*
  • Eosinophilic Esophagitis / diagnosis
  • Eosinophilic Esophagitis / physiopathology
  • Eosinophilic Esophagitis / psychology
  • Eosinophilic Esophagitis / therapy
  • Esophagus / physiopathology*
  • Feeding Behavior*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Quality of Life
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Weight Gain