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IES Abstract Presentations

The next International Eosinophil Society webinar on the 6th October will feature Abstract Presentations from 6 speakers and breakout rooms. More info and registration details found inside.
EUREOS EoE 2021 Symposium

EUREOS' 2021 Scientific Symposium on EoE returns on October 4th. It is completely virtual and will feature talks on Real-world EoE registry data, a patient follow-up project and novel therapeutic options. Includes more information and registration details.
Sept Community Chat

EOS Community Chat Wednesday 29th Sept - an informal zoom event giving an opportunity to meet and chat with others living with Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Diseases
Researchers Answer Your Questions

August 2021 - Together with CEGIR and other patient advocacy groups, we've developed a survey to have your EGID questions answered by global researchers.

EoE - Eosinophilic Oesophagitis

EoE Eosinophilic Oesophagitis (EoE) is a chronic condition where an individual has too many of a white blood cell called an eosinophil in the oesophagus, which causes inflammation and difficulties swallowing.
What are Eosinophilic Diseases?

When abnormal levels of eosinophils are found in your digestive system (oesophagus, stomach or intestine/bowel), tissues, blood or other organs without a known cause/diagnosis, further consideration should be given to eosinophilic - associated diseases.
EoE Symptoms and Causes

The symptoms and known causes of eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE) in children and adults. Links to videos from gastroenterologists and a patient Action Plan for food blockages.
EoE Treatment

An overview of the different types of treatment for eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE). Includes dietary, allergy, dilatation and drug therapies.
EoE and Covid-19 UK FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions on Covid-19 and EoE Eosinophilic Oesophagitis, answered by the British Society of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition BSPGHAN Working Group Click Here
Types of Eosinophilic Diseases

EGID’S Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders: EOE Eosinophilic Oesophagitis Esophagitis: Oesophagus EC Eosinophilic Colitis: large intestine EG Eosinophilic Gastritis: stomach EGID Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis: stomach and small intestine HES Hypereosinophilic Syndrome: blood and any organ Churg-Strauss Syndrome - Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis: lungs, sinuses, heart, various organ systems
What is an eosinophil?

The eosinophil has many varied roles some of which are yet to be discovered. Current research shows that they can be both helpful and harmful. In a healthy individual typically 1 to 5% of white blood cells are eosinophils which play an important role in your immune system.
EG - EGE - EC Eosinophilic Diseases Lower Gut

What Are Lower Gut Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Diseases the lower EGID's: Eosinophilic Gastritis EG - Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis EGE - Eosinophilic Colitis EC?
EoE Diagnosis

How eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE) is diagnosed, current medical guidelines and more resources for patients and healthcare professionals.
Food Obstruction Patient Action Plan

EoE Food Obstruction Action Plan for Patients and Carers. A free printable resource for those diagnosed with Eosinophilic Oesophagitis.