Could a hidden, chronic infection be contributing to MCAS, ME/CFS, and PEM? What are your thoughts?
Hi everyone,
I’m curious to hear your thoughts and experiences on something I’ve been wondering about.
For those of us dealing with MCAS, ME/CFS, post-exertional malaise (PEM), and other unexplained chronic symptoms, has anyone explored the possibility that a persistent or difficult-to-detect infection somewhere in the body could be contributing to the development or worsening of these conditions?
For example, what if someone has had a recurring breast abscess, a chronic dental infection, a jawbone issue, or another localized source of inflammation for years? Could a persistent infection or the immune system’s ongoing response to it potentially contribute to systemic inflammation, immune dysregulation, or symptoms that resemble or worsen MCAS and ME/CFS?