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Mirna Chehade, MD, MPH, discusses ongoing trials for emerging therapies in eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), her views on the use of combination therapies, and the importance of shared decision-making for the chronic management of EoE throughout the different phases of a patient’s life.

Mirna Chehade, MD, MPH, discusses the challenges faced by patients with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), including the absence of predictive factors for personalized treatment, the social implications of dietary restrictions, and the need for invasive procedures, while emphasizing the importance of regularly scheduled follow-up visits to address medical, nutritional, and psychosocial factors for better outcomes.

Mirna Chehade, MD, MPH, discusses the impact of adverse events on influencing treatment decisions for eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) in pediatric patients, and considerations for the use of biologics.

Mirna Chehade, MD, MPH, emphasizes the value of proton pump inhibitors, swallowed corticosteroids, and dietary restrictions as therapeutic options for pediatric patients with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), while underscoring the importance of shared decision-making to maintain adherence and achieve better outcomes.

Mirna Chehade, MD, MPH, outlines consequences that can stem from delay in diagnosis of eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), as well as treatment goals, highlighting unique considerations for treatment in children.

Mirna Chehade, MD, MPH, discusses eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), detailing its immune-mediated nature and age-dependent symptoms, emphasizing that in children, symptoms can manifest as feeding difficulties and failure to thrive.