Amyloidosis Update

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New on the MedlinePlus Amyloidosis page:

Genetics Home Reference: transthyretin amyloidosis

04/13/2016 02:39 PM EDT

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Genetics Home Reference: tumor necrosis factor receptor-associated periodic syndrome

04/13/2016 02:39 PM EDT

Source: National Library of Medicine - NIH

Genetics Home Reference: hereditary cerebral amyloid angiopathy

04/13/2016 02:39 PM EDT

Source: National Library of Medicine - NIH

Genetics Home Reference: lattice corneal dystrophy type II

04/13/2016 02:39 PM EDT

Source: National Library of Medicine - NIH

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Summary

Amyloidosis occurs when abnormal proteins called amyloids build up and form deposits. The deposits can collect in organs such as the kidney and heart. This can cause the organs to become stiff and unable to work the way they should.

There are three main types of amyloidosis:

Primary - with no known cause
Secondary - caused by another disease, including some types of cancer
Familial - passed down through genes

Symptoms can vary, depending upon which organs are affected. Treatment depends on the type of amyloidosis you have. The goal is to help with symptoms and limit the production of proteins. If another disease is the cause, it needs to be treated.

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Amyloidosis (American Society of Clinical Oncology)
Amyloidosis (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research)
Amyloidosis and Kidney Disease (National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases)