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  • noun The inflammation of the oesophagus.

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  • noun inflammation of the esophagus; often caused by gastroesophageal reflux

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Examples

  • Almost always the underlying cause of eosophilic esophagitis is a food allergy.

    About Eosinophilic Disorders 2010

  • Over time, this causes irritation and swelling, known as esophagitis.

    The Full Feed from HuffingtonPost.com The Huffington Post News Editors 2011

  • Over time, this causes irritation and swelling, known as esophagitis.

    The Full Feed from HuffingtonPost.com The Huffington Post News Editors 2011

  • However, the endoscopic grading of esophagitis, which is most commonly used by operators, is to

    Muti 2010

  • This damage to the esophagus can lead to more serious conditions such as esophagitis and Barrett's esophagus.

    Emaxhealth 2009

  • This damage to the esophagus can lead to more serious conditions such as esophagitis and Barrett's esophagus.

    Emaxhealth 2009

  • E-mail discussion list for people witheosinophilic gastroenteritis, eosinophilic esophagitis and eosinophilic colitis.

    Resources for Families 2010

  • We offer this list of resources to help you learn more about eosinophilic esophagitis, its treatment and support options available for families.

    Resources for Families 2010

  • What are the symptoms of eosinophilic esophagitis?

    About Eosinophilic Disorders 2010

  • What are the symptoms of eosinophilic esophagitis?

    About Eosinophilic Disorders 2010

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