Testing for MCAS? You need to measure histamine, tryptase, leukotrienes, but results vary daily—tests must be done during a flare, and not all doctors offer them. #MCAS #MastCellActivation #FunctionalMedicine #HealthTips #DrKan | Hope Integrative Wellness Center

What is MCAS, and why is it making you feel like your body’s reacting to everything? Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) happens when your mast cells go rogue, releasing histamine and other inflammatory chemicals at the wrong time, in the wrong amounts. This results in: ✔️ Hives, swelling, nausea, bloating, flushing, itching, dizziness, and other symptoms. ✔️ Random reactions that don’t make any sense. ✔️ A body that feels inflamed, hypersensitive, and out of control. But, with the right plan,