In this documentary, Theoharis C. Theoharides, MS, MPhil, PhD, MD interviews Lisa Kilt and Julia M. Stewart, RN – two individuals who have experienced mysterious symptoms that doctors are unable to diagnose. As they walk us through their struggles and experiences, Dr. Theoharides breaks down the science behind mast cells, mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), and the possible solutions to dealing with symptoms.

While a mast cell blocker is still unavailable in the market, Dr. Theoharides encourages more clinical research to be made for complex illnesses like MCAS.

Key Points:
00:00 Introduction
01:08 Lisa Kilt recounts her mystery symptoms
06:06 Julia M. Stewart, RN, recounts her mystery symptoms
08:59 The struggles of getting a proper diagnosis
14:22 Emotional and social effects of the mystery condition
18:09 How the mystery symptoms can fall under different diagnoses
19:28 What are mast cells and mast cell diseases?
21:45 How to pinpoint mast cell diseases
26:13 What makes MCAS different from other conditions?
30:34 Possible medication for MCAS
32:23 The importance of shedding light on symptoms
39:50 Natural supplements for MCAS
41:30 Other actionable tips for people with MCAS
45:33 The effects of stress on MCAS patients
50:52 The importance of complex illness research

Dr. Theoharis C. Theoharides joined Nova Southeastern University (NSU) on July 1, 2022 as Professor at the Institute of Neuro-Immune Medicine, and Director of a new Center of Excellence on Neuroinflammation Research at the Clearwater campus. He has been Professor of Pharmacology and Internal Medicine and Director of Molecular Immunopharmacology & Drug Discovery, Tufts School of Medicine (1983-2022) and will remain as Adjunct Professor there.

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