01/03/2026
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is a condition in which mast cells release an inappropriate amount of chemicals into the body, leading to multi-system symptoms that are often misdiagnosed.
People with MCAS may experience:
Allergy-like reactions without true allergies
Flushing, hives, itching, or swelling
Digestive issues like bloating, diarrhea, nausea, or food reactions
Brain fog, headaches, anxiety, or dizziness
Heart palpitations or blood pressure changes
Symptoms that fluctuate day to day or are triggered unpredictably
Because MCAS affects multiple body systems, patients are frequently told their labs are “normal” or that symptoms are unrelated. In reality, MCAS is a pattern recognition problem, not a rare condition.
Early recognition matters. Identifying mast cell dysregulation can help explain chronic inflammation, immune reactivity, and symptoms that don’t respond to standard treatments.
If you’ve been searching for answers to unexplained allergic, gastrointestinal, neurological, or inflammatory symptoms, MCAS may be part of the bigger picture.
Wildflower Acupuncture works with patients experiencing complex, immune-driven and inflammatory symptoms by focusing on nervous system regulation, inflammation reduction, and whole-body balance. Care is individualized and designed to support patients who haven’t found relief through conventional approaches alone.
If you’re dealing with chronic, unexplained symptoms and looking for a more integrative perspective, this approach may help you regain stability and improve quality of life.