Mast cell disease

Today Anne Marie and Michelle interview Dr. Lawrence Afrin, author of Never Bet Against Occam, about his work with patients dealing with Mast Cell Activation Disorder. Dr. Afrin is sharing with us his experience with

What is Mast Cell Activation Syndrome? “Traditionally, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) was considered a rare disease generally focusing on the mast cell mediators tryptase and histamine and the blatant symptoms of flushing and anaphylaxis. New research indicates that it plays a large role in many chronic health conditions. Mast cells are coordinators of our […]

A woman with mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) describes the agonizing pain she experiences when she has morning attacks.

When to Suspect MCAD- while there are no two identical people with MCAD (like fingerprints) there are common themes that run through this community. At this time there is no "official" list but these symptoms appear common to those suffering with MCAD.

Mastocytosis is a rare condition caused by an excess number of mast cells building up in your body. It can come with a wide range of symptoms. Learn more.

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) MCAS is also commonly referred to as a type of Mast Cell Activation Disorder (MCAD). Let’s start with “what’s a mast cell?” Unless you’re a medical professional you’ve probably never heard of them. I certainly hadn’t. Mast cells are best known for releasing histamine and being a key player in

What is Mast Cell Activation Syndrome? “Traditionally, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) was considered a rare disease generally focusing on the mast cell mediators tryptase and histamine …

Dietitian Chloe Hall looks at Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), how it can be treated and how a dietitian can help.

If you have mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) then you may be given advice that seems healthy but may be harmful - these are things I have to avoid to help manage this chronic illness condition.