What is Systemic Mast Cell Disorder (SMCD)?
Systemic mast cell disorder is the presence of too many mast (mastocytes) cells in the body. Mast cells are a part of the body's immune system and help to regulate allergic reactions. SMCD causes musculoskeletal pain, abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, ulcers, diarrhea, and skin lesions.
How do members experience Systemic Mast Cell Disorder (SMCD)?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with Systemic Mast Cell Disorder (SMCD)*
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Fatigue
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Pain
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Depressed mood
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Anxious mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for Systemic Mast Cell Disorder (SMCD)*
Who has Systemic Mast Cell Disorder (SMCD) on PatientsLikeMe?
Age | Proportion | # of patients |
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<20 | 1 | |
20s | 5 | |
30s | 11 | |
40s | 15 | |
50s | 21 | |
60s | 12 | |
70+ | 8 |
Distribution of sex
Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
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Male | 15 | |
Female | 60 |