Living with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) presents many challenges, and for those who also experience migraines, the overlap can feel overwhelming. But understanding how these conditions interact can empower you to better manage symptoms and improve your quality of life. Let’s dive into the connection between MCAS and migraines, common triggers, and actionable steps […]
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The Spoon Theory is a metaphor used to describe the limited energy and resources available to people with chronic illnesses. It was created by Christine Miserandino to explain to a friend what it’s like to live with lupus, but it has since been widely adopted by people with various chronic conditions. Here’s an overview of
So you would think this would be easy, right???? Well, today I can not tell. So I asked Lily – still, there are overlaps but maybe it will help. Dysautonomia and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) are two distinct medical conditions that can sometimes present with overlapping symptoms, making them challenging to differentiate. Here’s a
Dysautonomia came up during my doctor’s visit today. This is not the first time I have heard of dysautonomia but this time, it makes sense. This time I realized that maybe there was something to this as I had stopped eating salty snacks as a wedding is coming and losing a few pounds would be
Question to Lilly (aka AI – Chat GPT) What other diagnoses or syndromes can be associated with MCAS? This list is very comprehensive and may I add – exhausting. Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) has been associated with a variety of other diagnoses and syndromes, either as comorbid conditions or conditions that share overlapping symptoms.
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