Loss of Consciousness
People who suffer from MCAS may experience a medical emergency called anaphylactic shock, a condition experienced by those with severe allergic reactions. It typically occurs when the patients are exposed to something they are allergic to but in the case of MCAS, when they have a mast cell activation even for no reason.
Anaphylactic shock presents several symptoms. One such symptom is syncope or loss of consciousness, described as a sudden and transient loss of the ability to stay awake.
Syncope usually occurs after potentially life-threatening hypotension or low blood pressure levels among MCAS patients. It comes with a weak pulse, lightheadedness, tightness around the chest, and confusion.
Since syncope or loss of consciousness occurs due to an underlying health condition, treatment of the disease is the best way to manage it. The medical response must be quick because, most times, this symptom could be potentially alarming and may lead to death. The outlook also worsens when the patient stays longer in a decreased consciousness state.
