What is indolent systemic mastocytosis?
Indolent systemic mastocytosis is the presence of too many mast (mastocytes) cells in the bone marrow and skin. Mast cells are a part of the body's immune system and help to regulate allergic reactions.
How do members experience indolent systemic mastocytosis?
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Fatigue
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Depressed mood
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Pain
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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 indolent systemic mastocytosis*
Who has indolent systemic mastocytosis on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 11 | |
| 40s | 10 | |
| 50s | 14 | |
| 60s | 9 | |
| 70+ | 10 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 9 | |
| Female | 46 |