The POTScast E122: Mast Cell Matters: Diagnosis and Treatment of MCAS with Dr. Tania Dempsey

Dr. Dempsey shares her experience in both diagnosing and treating people with mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS). She always looks for POTS and orthostatic symptoms during diagnosis, as these are often comorbid disorders. Antihistamines and other major medications commonly used to treat MCAS are also discussed.
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[@MichaelMerritt]

That was fantastic, loved all the details esp around her clinical experiences of various treatments and diagnosis.

[@shelleynowwilson]

Wow. I have always worried about labelled as hypochondriac.