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MCAS vs Allergies in Kids: Why Tests Come Back Normal
Child with a negative allergy panel being evaluated for food allergy versus mast cell activation syndrome, or MCAS.
POTS, MCAS & Inflammation

MCAS vs Allergies in Kids: Why Tests Come Back Normal

Aug 31, 2026 6 min read
Flushing, Hives, and Tummy Pain Together: Is It MCAS?
Illustration of flushing, hives, belly pain and other multi-system symptoms that may occur during mast cell activation episodes in children.
POTS, MCAS & Inflammation

Flushing, Hives, and Tummy Pain Together: Is It MCAS?

Aug 31, 2026 6 min read
What Does a Tryptase Test Mean in a Child?
Baseline and flare tryptase testing showing why a normal tryptase result does not rule out MCAS in children.
POTS, MCAS & Inflammation

What Does a Tryptase Test Mean in a Child?

Aug 31, 2026 6 min read
POTS or Anxiety? Why a Teen's Heart Rate Jumps Standing
Teen having heart rate and blood pressure measured while standing to evaluate POTS symptoms versus anxiety.
POTS, MCAS & Inflammation

POTS or Anxiety? Why a Teen's Heart Rate Jumps Standing

Aug 31, 2026 6 min read
Does My Teen With POTS Need a 504 Plan?
Teen with POTS at school with a 504 plan, water, salty snacks and accommodations for managing symptoms during the school day.
POTS, MCAS & Inflammation

Does My Teen With POTS Need a 504 Plan?

Aug 31, 2026 6 min read