Systemic Mastocytosis: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Systemic Mastocytosis: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Systemic mastocytosis (SM) is a rare blood disorder in which the body produces too many mast cells. Part of the immune response, mast cells are a type of white blood cell that releases histamine in response to bacteria and allergens. In systemic mastocytosis, mast cells accumulate in the bone marrow, digestive system, lungs, and other organs, causing a variety of symptoms. Types of Systemic Mastocytosis Types There are six types of system…