Last month, Raquel Rodriguez announced that she’d been diagnosed with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS).
Journey
The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology notes mass cell activation syndrome is “a condition in which the patient experiences repeated episodes of the symptoms of anaphylaxis – allergic symptoms such as hives, swelling, low blood pressure, difficulty breathing and severe diarrhea. High levels of mast cell mediators are released during those episodes.”
As a result, she had to miss some time from WWE with her being taken off events. She returned to television on Monday’s Raw by winning a last-chance battle royal to qualify for the Women’s Elimination Chamber Match at this Saturday’s PLE, where she has the chance to challenge Rhea Ripley for the Women’s World Title at WrestleMania 40.
Return
She will have to outlast the likes of Becky Lynch, Liv Morgan, Tiffany Stratton, Naomi, and Bianca Belair to earn the title shot.
Raquel took to social media today to share her journey while battling the MCAS, and it’s heartbreaking to see what she went through. It was brave of her to share this footage, but powerful as it raises awareness about MCAS. Check it out below:
The journey is far from over. I finally got some answers as to what caused this but it’s going to be a while til I can get it fully under control.
I know one thing. I’m blessed to have an amazing support system. Family, friends, I love you all❤️
Keep pushing through the pain! pic.twitter.com/2fgSY2tLkb
— Raquel (@RaquelWWE) February 21, 2024
