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Results 1 - 4 of 4 for Mast cell
  1. Mastocytosis - diffuse cutaneous (image) 
    ... mastocytosis. Abnormal collections of cells in the skin (mast cells) produce this rash. Unlike bullous mastocytosis, rubbing will ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/2438.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Histamine is released (image) 
    Mast cells release histamine when an allergen is encountered. The histamine response can produce sneezing, itching, hives and ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19333.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Urticaria pigmentosa on the chest (image) 
    ... brown spots, seen here on the chest, contain mast cells with high levels of histamine. People sometimes develop ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/2484.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Urticaria pigmentosa - close-up (image) 
    ... welts and reddened skin. The brown spots contain mast cells with high levels of histamine. People sometimes develop ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/2485.htm - Medical Encyclopedia