ASGE Recognized Industry Associate (ARIA) Training Program for Sanofi | June 2022-SANOFI ARIA 2022June15 Session 15 - Clinical Case Discussion

SANOFI ARIA 2022June15 Session 15 - Clinical Case Discussion - The Patient Experience

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Video Summary

In this video, Dr. Tierney introduces David, a patient with eosinophilic esophagitis (EOE), who shares his experience living with the condition. David describes his journey from experiencing swallowing difficulties to being diagnosed with EOE. He recounts instances where food became lodged in his throat, leading to life-threatening situations. David discusses the impact EOE has had on his quality of life, including the need to learn what foods he can and cannot eat, as well as how to eat them safely. He also talks about the fear and embarrassment associated with having food impactions in public. David expresses his concerns for children with EOE who may struggle to understand and cope with the condition. He highlights the lack of awareness and understanding of EOE among primary care physicians and hopes for increased education on the disease. David discusses the treatments he has tried, including a wheat-free diet, fluticasone, budesonide, and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). He mentions the need for an FDA-approved treatment for EOE and hopes for improved swallowing function and reduced ER visits as a goal for his treatment. Throughout the session, attendees have an opportunity to ask David questions, and he shares additional details about his experiences. The video ends with David expressing his gratitude for the opportunity to share his story and his wish for future developments in EOE treatment.

Keywords

eosinophilic esophagitis

patient experience

swallowing difficulties

food impactions

quality of life

treatments

awareness