Tag: mast cells
Systemic Mast Cell Disease
Systemic Mast Cell Disease: Definition and Description of Systemic Mast Cell Disease: Systemic Mast Cell Disease (SMCD) is a rare and complex condition characterized by the abnormal proliferation and accumulation of mast cells in various tissues throughout the body. Mast cells are a type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the…
Systemic Mastocytosis
Systemic Mastocytosis: Definition and Description of Systemic Mastocytosis: Systemic Mastocytosis is a rare disorder characterized by the abnormal proliferation of mast cells in various tissues and organs, including the bone marrow, liver, spleen, and skin. Mast cells are a type of white blood cell involved in allergic responses and regulating immune responses. In systemic mastocytosis,…
Indolent Systemic Mastocytosis
Indolent Systemic Mastocytosis Definition and Description of Indolent Systemic Mastocytosis Indolent Systemic Mastocytosis (ISM) is a form of mastocytosis characterized by an abnormal accumulation of mast cells in multiple organs, such as the bone marrow, skin, and gastrointestinal tract. Mast cells are a type of white blood cell that play a significant role in allergic…