Abstract
A case of adult-onset mastocytosis is presented to illustrate the classification, signs, symptoms, workup, treatment, and prognosis for this unusual condition. Although there is no cure for mastocytosis, symptoms of histamine release can be minimized with oral antihistamines. Ongoing surveillance of organ systems affected remains important. Our patientg's mast cell disease predisposed him to bone loss, but there was no evidence of disease beyond the skin. He has done well with continued follow up monitoring his serum tryptase and oral antihistamine treatment.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 91-93 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Southern medical journal |
Volume | 102 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2009 |
Keywords
- Adult-onset mastocytosis
- Mast cell disease
- Oral antihistamines
- Serum tryptase
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine