Once thought to be rare, eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is now diagnosed in 1 out of every 700 Americans — a fivefold increase since 2009. This chronic, allergy-linked condition is quietly reshaping GI practice and straining the healthcare system, with annual costs exceeding $1.3 billion.
New data published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology reveal staggering growth across all age groups, with prevalence especially high in men and younger populations. Common symptoms? Dysphagia, abdominal pain, and strictures. Most patients also battle other allergic diseases — making EoE a multisystem challenge.