Episode 92
Managing Breast Implant Illness and MCAS with Dr. Meg Mill
November 14th, 2024
47 mins 41 secs
Your Host
Tags
About this Episode
In this episode, Dr. Rob Whitfield, a board-certified plastic surgeon, and Dr. Meg, a PharmD and certified functional medicine practitioner, discuss the complexities of breast implant illness and its connection to mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS). Dr. Whitfield emphasizes the importance of understanding symptoms and treatment options for breast implant illness. Dr. Meg delves into the role of mast cells in the immune response and how overactivity can lead to MCAS. They highlight the significance of addressing underlying health issues, including diet, gut health, and environmental factors, to manage these conditions effectively and improve overall well-being. Tune in to hear more!
Show Highlights:
Inflammation and Mast Cell Activation (00:01:55)
Highlighting the problems with inflammation and the concept of mast cell activation syndrome
Understanding the Immune System (00:02:41)
The innate and adaptive immune systems and the role of mast cells
Importance of Environmental Factors (00:04:14)
Emphasizing the significance of the quality of food and air in preventing mast cell activation
Symptoms of Mast Cell Activation (00:13:27)
Symptoms associated with mast cell activation syndrome, including skin and GI issues
Chronic Inflammation and Implants (00:15:49)
Overlapping of symptoms in various chronic inflammatory conditions, including breast implant illness
Histamine Intolerance vs. Mast Cell Activation (00:17:06)
Similarities between histamine intolerance and mast cell activation syndrome
Detoxification and Hormonal Balance (00:22:32)
The necessity of detoxification and its impact on estrogen levels and patient recovery
Parasite Infections and Health Implications (00:25:44)
Insight into how undetected parasites can affect overall health and immune function
Low Histamine Diet Considerations (00:32:25)
Exploration of low histamine diets and their temporary benefits for managing symptoms
Protein Sources on Low Histamine Diet (00:34:14)
Recommendations for safe protein sources while following a low histamine diet
Connect with Dr. Whitfield
Podcast
Spotify
TikTok
IG
FB
Linkedin
X.com
Read this article
Shop Dr. Whitfield’s Solutions
SHARP
NVISN Labs
Get access to Dr. Rob's Favorite Products below:
Danger Coffee - Use our link for mold-free coffee.
JASPR Air Purifier - Use code DRROB for the Jaspr Air Purifier.
Echo Water - Get high-quality water with our code DRROB10.
BallancerPro - Use code DRROBVIP for the world's leader in lymphatic drainage technology.
Ultrahuman - Use code WHITFIELD10 for the most accurate wearable.