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Macular amyloidosis
Hi everyone, Can you please tell me how to manage macular amyloidosis.. The pigmentation is increasing slowly and i am super stressed out.. Please help
Last active: Jun 19, 2023
Amyloidosis and low SpO2
I have recently been diagnosed with Amyloidosis, although I don’t know yet what type I have. They sent my biopsy sample to the Mayo Clinic...
Last active: May 11 7:35pm
Waldenstroms and amyloidosis
Diagnosed with the Waldenstroms a year ago, just today with amyloidosis. Will start treatment next week. Anyone have these or know anything?
Last active: Dec 21, 2024
Factor X Deficiency with Amyloidosis
I was diagnosed 3 years ago with AL Amyloidosis, along with Factor X deficiency. I was told the Factor X deficiency was very, very rare...
Last active: Jun 19 8:36pm
AL Amyloidosis maybe?
Hello. I need help/advice...36 M For the last 6 months I am having these health issues. To be more specific, I think it all started...
Last active: May 17 3:16pm
Advice for Amyloidosis with Waldenstrom's macroglobulinemia
61 year old Male in otherwise great health. Eat well, athletic non-smoker... very moderate drinker. Diagnosed with WM in 2017. IgM numbers too low to...
Last active: Jun 3 9:23am
Husband diagnosed with smothering myeloma and AI amyloidosis
My husband was diagnosed with smothering myeloma and Al amoloyd in his heart. He served 20 years in the military and now this
Last active: Jul 13, 2022
Recently diagnosed with AL Amyloidosis: Any advice?
My mom was recently diagnosed w AL Amyloidosis, our local hospital missed some important tests . We just had our first trip to Mayo. I...
Last active: May 18, 2024
What is the next step for amyloidosis - unknown type?
Recent carpal tunnel release found amyloidosis but insufficient tissue for biopsy. I live near Des Moines and she wants to send me to a cardiologist....
Last active: Jun 1 8:47am
Current diagnosis is Amyloidosis and multiple myeloma
I was diagnosed with myeloma quite by chance at a routine neuro appointment a year ago. My current diagnosis is Amyloidosis and multiple myeloma I...
Last active: Jul 14, 2018
What is the current protocol for al Amyloidosis?
Diagnosed 3 years ago with Al Amyloidosis. On faspro and dex. Numbers were stalled for a year but suddenly are climbing. I feel like I'm...
Last active: Jul 17, 2024
Diagnosed with AL Amyloidosis. What can I expect?
Diagnosed with AL Amyloidosis. Would like to hear from someone about what to expect. Have not started treatment yet.
Last active: Jun 28 11:19am
Amyloidosis diagnosed through blood tests: Kidney biopsy necessary?
Diagnosed with AL amyloidosis through blood tests- 77 years old - is a kidney biopsy necessary? I chose not to do it but am re-thinking....
Last active: May 4 8:25pm
Amyloidosis: What kind of specialist to see for a second opinion?
My best friend was recently diagnosed with Amyloidosis and would like to get a second opinion. What kind of specialist should she look for?
Last active: May 6, 2024
AL Amyloidosis: Where were you treated?
Hello. My dad was recently diagnosed with AL Amyloidosis. We live in northcentral WI and he is ready to take a step up in the...
Last active: Mar 21, 2022
Amyloidosis symptoms, negative fat pad biopsy?
I have shortness of breath, neuropathy, enlarged tongue, carpal tunnel syndrome, bruising under eyes. Negative fat pad biopsy
Last active: Apr 21, 2023
Treatment for AL Amyloidosis with severe heart failure
CAEL 101 seems to be the only effective treatment for reduction of amyloid fibrils of the heart in Al Amyloidosis. I’m reading conflicting information about...
Last active: Nov 3, 2023
Could my Stomach Pain be related to Waldenstrom’s or amyloidosis?
Hello. I know this is a shot in the dark, but that’s where I am. I am 57 and was diagnosed with Waldenstrom’s Aug 2021,...
Last active: Apr 19 2:59pm
Diagnosing amyloidosis: Why monitor (PYP scan) instead of biopsy?
I have many symptoms of amyloidosis. I had a PyP scan an of heart. Result was equivical- meaning not not neg, but not pos either....
Last active: Dec 17, 2024
Does any one have HOCM & Systemic Amyloidosis?
HOCM diagnosis in May 2023. Was put on Camzyos for 6 mos. My symptoms continued to get worse: weight loss, dizziness, light headed, passing out,...
Last active: Apr 12, 2024