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How do I know if I have Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis?
What signs or symptoms may make you suspect you may have Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis. People who have experience in Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis offer advice of what things may make you suspicious and which doctor you should go to to receive treatment
If you suspect that you may have EGE, it is important that you make an appointment with a GI Specialist to be tested. EGE can only be diagnosed via endoscopy. Also, verify the specialist understands TIGER protocol and that a PPI is started at least six weeks prior to endoscopy. Unfortunately, due to its rarity, there are many specialist out there that do not understand how to properly diagnose EGE. I recommend visiting the APFED website to learn more about EGE and what questions should be asked when visiting a specialist. Once diagnosed, the best thing you can do is to educate yourself. It is important to learn to become a strong advocate to ensure you receive the best care possible to manage your disease.
Posted Sep 14, 2017 by Gail 2000
You would need a stomach biopsy to confirm
Posted Jul 27, 2020 by Sydney 4050
