esophagitis
(ә-sof″ә-ji´tis)
inflammation of the esophagus.
fungal esophagitis
esophagitis caused by invasion of the epithelium by a fungus, usually a species of Candida; the incidence is increased among those with diabetes mellitus, hypoparathyroidism, adrenal insufficiency, or immunodeficiency.
peptic esophagitis
, reflux esophagitis
a chronic, potentially life-threatening disease manifested by the various sequelae associated with reflux of the stomach and
duodenal contents into the esophagus (gastroesophageal reflux); it is often accompanied by heartburn and regurgitation, although not all patients with those symptoms have pathologic changes. It may occur as a primary condition or be associated
with other diseases such as hiatal hernia.
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