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Managing her EoE isn't easy, but Bella refuses to give up
Bella is the modern version of a Renaissance (wo)man. She's a high school junior who excels in academics and manages the school wrestling team. She has a close-knit group of friends and family, was recently promoted at her job and is a talented vocalist who is teaching herself to play guitar. She is also in the midst of a life-changing search for answers as she manages a chronic illness that has knocked her down several times in her life – but Bella refuses to give up.
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Our program, called the Dallas Eosinophilic GI Diseases and Esophagitis Program (DEEP), provides innovative, specialized care for children with eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorders (EGIDs), such as eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). EGIDs make swallowing and digesting food difficult for children. They are often seen in children who have other allergic disorders like asthma and food allergies.
Our team includes pediatric gastrointestinal, allergy, nutrition and psychology specialists. At Children’s Health, we know that your child’s disorder can affect many aspects of their daily life and well-being. That’s why we approach your child’s care by combining our varied expertise to treat every aspect of their EGID.
DEEP treats children out of our Dallas and Plano locations and is the only program of its kind in Texas. Each member of our team is highly trained in the needs of children with EGIDs. We’ll work with your child to create a care plan tailored to their needs and lifestyle preferences.