Esophagitis Dr. Pedro de María Pallarés
Specialized esophagitis treatment in Madrid with advanced endoscopy techniques and personalized approach for each type of esophageal inflammation.
What is Esophagitis?
Definition
Esophagitis is inflammation of the inner lining of the esophagus that can cause pain, difficulty swallowing, and other troublesome symptoms that significantly affect quality of life.
Importance of Diagnosis
Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment can prevent serious complications such as esophageal stricture, ulcers, or malignant transformation.
Main Symptoms
- Painful swallowing (odynophagia)
- Persistent heartburn
- Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing)
- Chest pain
- Regurgitation
When to Consult
Consult immediately if you experience persistent pain when swallowing, involuntary weight loss, or progressive difficulty swallowing solid foods.
Types of Esophagitis
Specialized diagnosis for each specific type of esophageal inflammation
Infectious Esophagitis
Caused by fungi, viruses or bacteria, more common in immunocompromised patients
Drug-Induced Esophagitis
Caused by medications that irritate the esophageal mucosa
Specialized Diagnosis
Gastroscopy
Direct visualization of the esophagus to identify inflammation, ulcers, strictures or mucosal changes. Performed at Hospital Fuensanta and San Rafael.
Esophageal Biopsy
Tissue sample collection to confirm the type of esophagitis and rule out dysplasia or malignancy.
24-hour pH Monitoring
Measurement of esophageal acid for 24 hours to confirm gastroesophageal reflux as the cause.
Personalized Treatment
Proton Pump Inhibitors
First-line treatment for reflux esophagitis, reducing gastric acid production.
Dietary Changes
Elimination of irritating foods, elimination diets in eosinophilic esophagitis, and lifestyle modifications.
Endoscopic Follow-up
Evolutionary control with gastroscopy to evaluate treatment response and prevent complications.
Specialized Esophagitis Consultation
Precise diagnosis and personalized treatment at INMEQ Madrid
Private Consultation
INMEQ - Medical Surgical Institute
Calle Marcenado 49
28002 Madrid
Specialized esophagitis consultation
Procedures
Diagnostic gastroscopy:
Hospital Fuensanta
Hospital San Rafael
✓ Gastroscopy with sedation
✓ Esophageal biopsy
✓ Advanced techniques available
Patient Experience with Esophagitis
"Excellent treatment, punctual with appointment schedules. He solved my reflux problem that was causing me a lot of discomfort with a treatment using mild medications, when other doctors just wanted to operate. A perfect doctor."
- Sergio M.
Patient with reflux esophagitis - INMEQ Madrid
Frequently Asked Questions about Esophagitis
What are the most common symptoms of esophagitis?
The main symptoms of esophagitis include painful swallowing (odynophagia), heartburn, difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), chest pain, and regurgitation. The intensity varies according to the type and degree of inflammation.
How is esophagitis diagnosed?
Esophagitis diagnosis is mainly performed through gastroscopy, which allows direct visualization of esophageal inflammation. It is complemented with biopsy to determine the specific type and pH monitoring if reflux is suspected.
What is the most effective treatment for esophagitis?
Esophagitis treatment depends on its cause. For reflux esophagitis, proton pump inhibitors are used, in eosinophilic esophagitis topical corticosteroids and elimination diets, and in infectious esophagitis specific antimicrobials.
Can esophagitis cause serious complications?
Yes, untreated esophagitis can cause esophageal ulcers, strictures (narrowing), bleeding, perforation, and in chronic cases, increase the risk of esophageal cancer. That's why early diagnosis and treatment are crucial.
When should I consult for esophagitis symptoms?
You should consult immediately if you have persistent pain when swallowing, progressive difficulty swallowing, involuntary weight loss, or symptoms that don't improve with basic treatment. Esophagitis requires specialized evaluation.
Esophagitis Specialist in Madrid
Precise diagnosis and effective treatment for all types of esophagitis with the most advanced techniques
INMEQ - Calle Marcenado 49, 28002 Madrid