Cushing's esophagitis

Esophagitis is an inflammatory process in the mucous membrane of the esophagus, which is caused by various reasons. In this article we will look at Cushing's esophagitis. Cushing's esophagitis is an inflammation of the mucous membrane of the esophagus (esophagitis), caused by the entry into the esophagus of various coumarin compounds (bromocoumarin, chlorpromazine, reserpine), with long-term use or overdose of these drugs. They may be accompanied by impaired motility of the esophagus and the manifestation of swallowing disorders, and in the case of a long course, characteristic of alcohol withdrawal, and a diffuse heaviness in the chest. Cushino esophagitis is considered a rarer, but extremely serious pathological condition, the manifestations of which are similar to Griseofulvin esophagitis. These include bitterness and burning of the tongue, stomatitis, swelling of the lips and tongue, increased salivation, weight loss, and vomiting with bile. Anorexia and a decrease in the patient’s body weight are also characteristic. The only treatment for Isotretinoin esophagitis is discontinuation of the drug that caused the disease