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Abstract:A case of adult-onset mastocytosis is presented to illustrate the classification, signs, symptoms, workup, treatment, and prognosis for this unusual condition. Although there is no cure for mastocytosis, symptoms of histamine release can be minimized with oral antihistamines. Ongoing surveillance of organ systems affected remains important. Our patient’s mast cell disease predisposed him to bone loss, but there was no evidence of disease beyond the skin. He has done well with continued follow up monitoring his serum tryptase and oral antihistamine treatment.
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