New research from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research has revealed for the first time that two closely related bowel ...

The itching, redness and swelling of an allergic reaction are caused by mast cells—the vigilant first responders of the immune system that spring into action with histamine-filled granules in response ...

Mast cell activation syndrome has gained traction on social – but is it being correctly diagnosed? An MCAS expert explains ...

Known for their role in allergic reactions, mast cells have long been recognised as key players in our immune system. When they encounter allergens, they release chemicals that trigger typical allergy ...

The interaction between mast cells and other immune cells at sites of allergic responses has been largely unexplored. A research group at the MPI of Immunobiology and Epigenetics used specialized ...

Food allergies affect more than half a billion people worldwide. In severe cases, even a small bite of the wrong food can trigger anaphylaxis - a rapid, body-wide allergic reaction that can cause ...

The actress shared many of the comments on her Instagram Stories, explained her weight loss and urged people to be kinder Jerod Harris/Getty Kate Beckinsale addressed body-shaming comments after ...

According to an international multicenter study, CD2-negative mast cells are associated with significantly reduced overall survival in patients with SM. Patients with CD2-negative mast cells have ...

Kate Beckinsale has shed more light on living with a rare autoimmune disease following years of public discussion about her body weight. The actress, 53, took to social media to share a 13-part video ...