98. Environmental Triggers of Mast Cell Disease with Tania Dempsey, MD

Dr. Tania Dempsey discusses mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) with a focus on environmental triggers of mast cell disease. #MCAS #MastCell #MastCellDisease

Chapters ➡

00:00 Introduction to MCAS and Dr. Tanya Dempsey
02:28 Infections and MCAS
14:31 Immune Deficiency and Infections
28:37 Environmental Triggers
37:00 Air Purification and Food Quality
42:01 Quality of Meat vs. Pesticide-Free Vegetables
43:11 Fish as an Alternative to Meat
44:32 Toxins in Fish and Mercury Levels
46:02 Detoxing Mercury and Sushi Concerns
47:08 Reactions to Sushi and Scombroid Food Poisoning
48:43 Sensitivity to Scents and Environmental Triggers
49:30 Long-Term Antihistamine Use and Dementia
52:21 Reactions to Laundry and Facial Products
56:23 Treatment Options after Failing Xolair
57:12 Food Dyes and MCAS
58:18 EMFs and MCAS
59:22 Why Some Doctors Fail to Believe in MCAS
01:03:41 Immunotherapy for Allergies and MCAS
01:04:56 Managing Heat, Sun, and Exercise Triggers
01:09:54 Diagnosing MCAS and Lab Testing Challenges
01:11:20 Final Thoughts and Finding Answers

Takeaways

Infections can trigger mast cell reactions and people with MCAS may react differently than those without.
Identifying and addressing environmental triggers, such as mold and plastics, is important in managing MCAS.
Immunotherapy for allergies and asthma may impact MCAS symptoms.
Treatment options like Xolair (Omalizumab), ketotifen, cromolyn, and low dose naltrexone (LDN) are discussed.
Nutrition, particularly protein intake, affects MCAS symptoms.
Fish can be a good source of protein, but be aware of mercury levels and choose smaller fish.
Testing mercury levels can help identify potential toxicity and guide treatment.
Antihistamines can be beneficial for managing MCAS symptoms and should not be feared.
Individuals with MCAS may have sensitivities to environmental triggers.

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