When to see a doctor: the warning signs The typical telogen effluvium is harmless and temporary
The trials that maintained participants at therapeutic doses showed sustained weight loss
But in MCAS , mast cells are ultra-sensitive and relentless, firing too often and causing a wide variety of symptoms: Common MCAS Symptoms: Skin: flushing, hives, itching, swelling Digestive: bloating, nausea, constipation or diarrhea, food reactions Brain/Nervous System: brain fog, fatigue, anxiety, dizziness Heart/Blood Pressure: rapid heartbeat, lightheadedness Lungs/Airways: tightness, wheezing General: trouble sleeping, temperature sensitivity, feeling wired but tired Musculoskeletal: widespread pain, burning sensations Some patients experience reactions approaching anaphylaxis intensity
It promotes sodium retention in the kidneys, which pulls water along with it