The diagnosis and treatment of eosinophilic esophagitis is often very challenging, requiring management from multiple subspecialties. 

Owen’s diagnosis is not clear from the original history. The top two concerns would be infection/sepsis/gastroenteritis and/or structural abnormality. However, keeping in mind broader differential is key.

After stay-at-home orders were issued, doctors at CHOP noticed a drop in the number of patients who were admitted for asthma emergencies.

CHOP researchers credit decrease is asthma-related healthcare visits to decreases in rhinovirus cases due to social distancing measures.

CHOP allergist presents on treatments for children with eosinophilic esophagitis.

The Food Allergy Center will partner with hospitals around the country to improve care and find treatments for food allergies.

As COVID-19 continues to spread worldwide, teams at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia are using a collaborative approach to identify and test potential treatments. 

Dr. Spergel was honored for his research in pediatric food allergies.

CHOP researchers find the rare food allergy is linked with other allergies but does not cause them

CHOP’s Food Allergy Center was one of the research sites that helped test and develop the new drug.