What are the signs I have a mast cell disease instead of a severe allergy? with Leena Padhye, MD

People with mast cell diseases have reactions due to overly active mast cells that release histamine and cause reactions. People with food, insect or drug allergies produce an antibody that attaches to the mast cells to cause reactions. Learn more about mast cell disease from board-certified allergist Leena Padhye, MD.
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