MCAS or Mast Cell Activation Syndrome occurs when the mast cells (and other immune system cells) are triggered and release a slew of inflammatory chemicals into the body. Mast cells typically are activated during an allergic reaction, but in MCAS, there is no identifiable allergen responsible, but the mast cells are overreacting to various triggersContinue reading “Understanding MCAS: Symptoms and Solutions”
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Mast Cells
The next step on our journey of understanding allergies is to look closer at mast cells and why they are important in managing allergies. What Are Mast Cells? Mast Cells are prevalent in tissues that interact with the outside world, respiratory, gastrointestinal, genitourinary systems and the skin. Mast cells hold multiple inflammatory chemicals, including histamine,Continue reading “Mast Cells”