Stories

We are looking to add to our patient stories and we would love to hear from you.

Do you have an Eosinophilic journey or perhaps a day in the life story you would like to share?

For written stories please keep them to around 500 words and include a picture.

For video's please keep them to around 5 minutes.

Please contact us quoting " EOS and Me Stories"

Latest

New EoE BSG BSPGHAN Joint Guideline

New Eosinophilic Oesophagitis EoE Paediatric to Adult Comprehensive Medical Diagnosis and Care Guidelines
First USA drug approved for EoE

After many years of the USA having no approved treatment options for EoE. Approval for use has been announced for a new biologic injection.
A message from our founder

See what we have achieved so far and learn how you can support our vision of a world where everyone with an eosinophilic disease can eat without pain. We need your help.
Our Founders Story

Learn what inspired EOS Network charity and how the founder's families experience gives the charity a true understanding of the challenges families face when living with Eosinophilic diseases

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.
Types of Eosinophilic Diseases

EGID’S Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders: EoE Eosinophilic Oesophagitis Esophagitis: Oesophagus EoG Eosinophilic Gastritis: stomach EoN Eosinophilic Enteritis: small intestine EoC Eosinophilic Colitis: large intestine HES Hypereosinophilic Syndrome: blood and any organ Churg-Strauss Syndrome - Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis: lungs, sinuses, heart, various organ systems
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
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.
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.
EoG - EoN - EoC Eosinophilic Diseases Lower Gut

What Are Lower Gut Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Diseases the lower EGID's: Eosinophilic Gastritis EoG - Eosinophilic Enteritis EoN - Eosinophilic Colitis EoC?

Food Obstruction Patient Action Plan

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

EAW 22 - Save the Date!

Save the date in your diaries - Eosinophil Awareness Week (EAW) will take place 16th - 22nd May this year! It's an opportunity to promote awareness of EGIDs and show support for those living with eosinophilic diseases. Read more