Ashley Welch

All articles by Ashley Welch

• New research finds low bone density uncommon in children with mastocytosis

  Unlike adults with mastocytosis, most children with the condition don’t appear to be affected by low bone mineral density.

• Skin lesions and self-esteem: How to manage body image worries with SM

  With time, self-compassion and support, it’s possible to build confidence and start feeling more comfortable in your own skin.

• New review calls for clear remission goals as treatments for SM advance

  Experts called for treatment goals beyond symptom control when defining clinical remission in SM and other allergic diseases.

• Study finds avapritinib offers long-term symptom improvement in indolent SM

  Treatment with 25 mg of avapritinib led to meaningful and lasting symptom improvements during a three-year follow up.

• What people with systemic mastocytosis should know about epinephrine

  Experts consistently emphasize: when in doubt, use epinephrine.

• Needle-free epinephrine may transform emergency treatment for anaphylaxis

  Needle-free epinephrine to treat anaphylaxis could reduce hesitation, improve portability and increase access to this life-saving drug.

• Can you inherit systemic mastocytosis?

  The KIT D816V mutation almost always develops during a person’s lifetime, rather than being inherited.

• Case study highlights higher treatment needs in SM anaphylaxis

  People with SM may require significantly higher doses of adrenaline and early admission to intensive care when experiencing anaphylaxis.

• Mast cell biomarkers may improve diagnosis and monitoring of SM

  In addition to serum tryptase, urinary biomarkers may be a useful tool in identifying and managing SM, research review concludes.

• How to manage night sweats caused by systemic mastocytosis

  Chemicals released by mast cells can affect body temperature regulation, leading to flushing and sweating.