MCAS Webinar with Leonard Weinstock, MD, & Tanya Dempsey, MD

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is a medical condition that occurs when mast cells, which are a type of white blood cell, become activated and release an excessive amount of chemical mediators. These mediators can trigger a wide range of symptoms throughout the body, including the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. In the GI tract, MCAS can cause various symptoms, such as bloating, constipation, and diarrhea. Patients may also experience abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. These symptoms can range from mild to severe and can significantly impact a patient's quality of life. MCAS can be challenging to diagnose because its symptoms can overlap with those of other GI conditions. However, certain key signs can help doctors identify MCAS in patients. These signs may include the presence of Rotten egg flatus, which is a sign of hydrogen sulfide SIBO, a bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine. One example of a patient with MCAS and GI problems is Jill, who had 42 symptoms in 11 out of 11