Barrett’s esophagus: Understanding surveillance guidelines

Barrett’s esophagus is when the cells lining the esophagus — the tube connecting the mouth to the stomach — change into the cells lining the intestine. The test for Barrett’s is an endoscopy.

Achalasia diet: Nutrition therapy for easier swallowing

Achalasia is a condition that makes it hard to swallow food and liquids. An achalasia diet can help manage symptoms like difficulty swallowing, regurgitation, and weight loss. The right foods and eating habits can make it easier to eat and stay nourished.

Six-food elimination diet (SFED)

The six-food elimination diet (SFED) is often a successful treatment for patients with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE).

Endoscopy (upper GI)

Upper GI endoscopy is a procedure to view the upper digestive tract, which includes the esophagus, stomach and beginning of the small intestine.

Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)

An endoscopic ultrasound is a procedure performed by a gastroenterologist, who uses a combination of endoscopy and ultrasound to look at the digestive tract and nearby organs and tissues.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or just acid reflux, is when stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus. Heartburn is the most common symptom of GERD.

Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE)

Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is when white blood cells build up in the esophagus and may result in trouble swallowing, heartburn and reflux.

Barrett’s esophagus

Barrett’s esophagus is when the cells lining the esophagus — the tube connecting the mouth to the stomach — change into the cells lining the intestine. The test for Barrett’s is an endoscopy.