Articles
MCAS and Mould
PowerPoint slides from Lisa Maylon from Indoor Air Aware and Deborah Bircham from Live Well with Chronic Illness' webinar 'Mould and MCAS'.
Progress in mast cell activation syndrome the global consensus-2 diagnostic criteria at six years
Consensus-2 has brought diagnosis and effective treatment in many MCAS patients previously labeled with unexplained (mostly inflammatory) syndromes or misdiagnosed as somatization or other primary psychiatric disorders. Fears that consensus-2 diagnostic criteria might bring overdiagnosis have not been realized. Appropriate therapy for MCAS can dramatically improve quality of life, sometimes after decades of morbidity and disability despite extensive past unhelpful workups and treatment.
MCAS and Pain
PowerPoint slides from Dr Johanna Theron's Webinar 'Pain and MCAS'.
Comprehensive Guide to MCAS for Primary Care Physicians
This comprehensive guide for the diagnosis and management of MCAS in Primary Care is designed to help GPs to recognise and treat MCAS with confidence. We hope that this guide will serve as a useful, practical tool to help you to support MCAS patients and improve their quality of life. The 1-page Recognising and Managing MCAS Overview on P4 is a useful place to start if you are looking for a quick summary, and a full-page downloadable version of the flowchart can also be found on our website here https://www.mastcellaction.org/articles/recognising-and-managing-mcas-in-primary-care-overview-flow-chart
Recognising and Managing MCAS in Primary Care Overview Flow Chart
Designed to make life easier for Health Care Professionals, this one-page infographic shows 'at a glance' the basics of how to recognise and manage MCAS in a Primary Care setting.
Hypnotherapy - what is it and could it help with managing MCAS symptoms?
PowerPoint slides from Liane Reeve's Webinar 'Hypnotherapy - what is it and could it help with managing MCAS symptoms?'.
Mindful Movement for Illness
PowerPoint slides from Deborah Bircham from Live Well with Chronic Illness' Webinar 'Mindful Movement for Illness'.
Anaesthetic and Surgical Guide - Planning for surgery for people with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
We understand that planning for surgery or any procedure requiring anaesthesia can feel daunting when you have MCAS. These situations can bring uncertainty - but with the right preparation and support, they can be managed safely. This guide, developed by members of our Medical Advisory Board, aims to help you feel more confident and informed about what to expect.
Beth's Story
Beth is now a thriving 21 year old university student, but she has endured debilitating symptoms her whole life.
Lily's Story
By the time Lily was 6 years old she had 9 different consultants. Could it be that her multi-systemic symptoms were all related?
Neuropsychiatric Symtoms in MCAS and Histamine Intolerance
PowerPoint slides from Dr. Clare Ashby webinar 'Nervous System Regulation'.
Nervous System Regulation
PowerPoint Slides from Deborah Bircham from Live Well with Chronic Illness' Webinar 'Nervous System Regulation'.
Volunteer Treasurer
Role profile for Volunteer Treasurer
CPD Accreditation Lead
Role Profile for CPD Accreditation Lead
Managing Extreme Fatigue
PowerPoint slides from Roselle O'Brien's webinar 'Managing Extreme Fatigue'.
Acceptance
PowerPoint slides from Deborah Bircham from Live Well with Chronic Illness' Webinar 'Acceptance'.
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome - A Physicians Guide
This guide provides an overview of the Symptoms, Diagnostic Criteria, Comorbidities and Management and Treatment of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome.
MCAS Life Experiences Survey Results
Unravelling the Challenges of MCAS Diagnosis and Management: Insights from a UK Patient Survey
POTS in Children
PowerPoint slides from Dr. Pramod Nair's webinar 'POTS in Children'.
Urology and MCAS
PowerPoint slides from Camilla Gonzalez's webinar 'Urology and MCAS'.
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