35. Understanding MARCoNS and Its Impact on Inflammation, Histamine, and Chronic Symptoms

In this episode of The Histamine Well Podcast, Joanne takes a deep dive into MARCoNS (Multiple Antibiotic Resistant Coagulase-Negative Staphylococci)—a frequently overlooked bacterial colonization that can drive chronic inflammation, histamine intolerance, and persistent, unexplained symptoms.Joanne explains how MARCoNS colonize the nasal passages, often in the context of mould-related illness, and why these bacteria are particularly difficult to eradicate due to their ability to form protective biofilms. She explores the connection between MARCoNS and symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, migraines, anxiety, poor detoxification, and heightened inflammatory responses, especially in individuals who don’t improve despite targeted gut or histamine protocols.This episode walks listeners through how MARCoNS are identified, with a focus on nasal swab testing, and outlines evidence-informed treatment strategies, including biofilm disruptors, targeted herbal antimicrobials, and supportive therapies designed to reduce bacterial load and calm immune activation.Whether you’re a health practitioner working with complex chronic cases or an individual struggling with ongoing symptoms that don’t fully resolve, this episode provides practical insight into MARCoNS as a hidden driver of inflammation and histamine dysregulation.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What MARCoNS are and how they impact the immune systemWhy MARCoNS are linked to chronic inflammation and histamine-related symptomsCommon signs and symptoms associated with MARCoNS colonizationHow nasal swab testing is used to identify MARCoNSTreatment approaches including biofilm disruptors and targeted antimicrobialsJoanne discusses laboratories that provide MARCoNS (Multiple Antibiotic Resistant Coagulase-Negative Staphylococci) nasal swab testing, commonly used in clinical practice to identify bacterial colonisation linked to chronic inflammation, histamine-related symptoms, and mould-associated illness.Nutripath (Australia): https://nutripath.com.au/Microbiology Dx (USA): https://www.microbiologydx.com/✨ Want more? Follow on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube for updates and tips.📘 New to this journey? Buy The Ultimate Bundle for Managing Histamine Intolerance—your step-by-step guide to manage your histamine intolerance effectively. 🧪 Curious about your methylation status? Try our at-home Methylation Test! In just 15 minutes, discover if you're over-methylating or under-methylating and receive targeted supplement recommendations to help rebalance. Use code HISTAMINEWELL10 for 10% off.🎓 Practitioner or student? Join the waitlist for the Histamine & Methylation Online Group Coaching Course starting early 2026!📆 Work with us 1:1! Book a consultation and take your first step to real healing.🎤 Have a topic suggestion? Submit it here!