Sandbox:Shakiba
Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Shakiba Hassanzadeh, MD[1]
Overview
Esophagitis is the inflammation of the esophagus.[2]
Historical Perspective
Classification
- Esophagitis may be classified into 5 subtypes/groups:[1]
- Reflux esophagitis
- Infectious esophagitis
- Fungal
- Viral
- Herpes simplex
- Cytomegalovirus
- Drug-induced esophagitis
- Eosinophilic esophagitis
- Caustic esophagitis
| A | 1 |
|---|---|
| B | |
| C | |
| D |
Pathophysiology
Clinical Features
Differentiating Esophagitis from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Age
- Esophagitis is more commonly observed among adults.
Gender
- Esophagitis affects men and women equally.
Race
- There is no racial predilection for esophagitis .
Risk Factors
- Common risk factors in the development of [disease name] are [risk factor 1], [risk factor 2], [risk factor 3], and [risk factor 4].
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
- Prognosis is generally good.
- If left untreated, [#%] of patients with esophagitis may progress to develop scarring in the esophagus.
- Common complications of esophagitis include esophageal ulcers, Barrett's esophagus, and esophageal cancer.
Diagnosis
Diagnostic Criteria
Symptoms
- Symptoms of esophagitis may include the following:
- Epigastric pain
- Nausea or vomitting
- Dysphagia
- Cough
Physical Examination
Laboratory Findings
Imaging Findings
Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy
Surgery
Prevention
- Effective measures for the primary prevention of esophagitis include finding the cause, life style modifications like avoiding caffeine, alcohol, smoking and fatty food, and drinking fluids when taking medical drugs.