If reflux symptoms are present, also consider eosinophilic esophagitis

According to current knowledge, gastroesophageal reflux disease and eosinophilic esophagitis are distinct entities that require different therapeutic approaches. This is particularly emphasized in the updated S2k guideline “Gastroesophageal reflux disease and eosinophilic esophagitis” published this year by the German Society for Gastroenterology, Digestive and Metabolic Diseases.