EOSINOPHILIC DISORDERS
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Alisha Coupe's son (PAK's Vice President) has eosinophilic esophagitis. It is a life changing disease that unfortunately is becoming increasingly common due to allergic diseases. 
1 out of 3,000 children* suffer from this disorder (Source: CHOP).  The House Resolution 296 was passed and the 3rd week of May is now National Eosinophil Awareness Week.

Below, are the premier websites recommended.
Email Alisha Coupe at alisha@protectallergickids.org or
call (631) 764-8716 for more information.

Mailing address:
Protect Allergic Kids (PAK)
P.O. Box 227
Holtsville, NY 11742

Latest News
1. Insurance Cuts Off a Child Fighting for Life
2. Read Alisha's story in The Village Beacon Record.
3. New Mom Helps Others Who Have Son's Illness
4. New Wall Street Journal Article

These are the new diagnostic codes for eosinophilic disorders,
and will be used in the coming months.
Thanks to everyone who wrote letters to politicians to make this happen.

530.13 - eosinophilic esophagitis
535.7 - eosinophilic gastritis
558.41 - eosinophilic gastroenteritis
558.42 - eosinophilic colitis

Resources
1. The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
2. www.cincinnatichildrens.org
3. American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders www.apfed.org
Phone # 713-498-8216  View 'Just a Glimpse' Video
4. Tube Feeding
Oley Foundation: www.oley.org or call 800-776-OLEY
5. North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition (NASPGHAN) www.naspghan.org or call 215-233-0808
6. National Organization of Rare Disorders
7.  Cured Foundation  Campaign Urging Research for Eosinophilic Diseases.  Call Ellyn at 847-793-0071

**This listing does not imply any endorsement by or affiliation with PAK.

Disclaimer: The opinions and stories on this site are not necessarily those of Protect Allergic Kids.  Our site is intended to offer a means for people to share their ideas and views.  PAK is not a professional or medical organization.  It is a group of parents sharing information and supporting each other.  The discussions, meeting minutes, handouts, guest speakers, agendas, and other products of our support group do not constitute medical/legal advice and should not be relied upon as such.  Always discuss individual health questions and medical issues with a qualified personal physician.
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* Symptoms of E.D.

nausea or vomiting
diarrhea
poor growth or weight loss
stomach or chest pain
reflux that does not improve with treatment
difficulty swallowing
poor appetite
food gets stuck in the throat
delayed emptying of the stomach
bloating
malnutrition
difficulty sleeping
back pain

* You need only one symptom for reason to look into the disease.  You can only be diagnosed via biopsy thru endoscopy.

Source: The Terrific Tale of Teddy The Tummy book.
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