How to pronounce transthyretin
amyloidosis (ATTR)
You should know...There are other forms of amyloidosis outside of ATTR amyloidosis. The most common form of amyloidosis, light-chain AL amyloidosis, is caused by a different process in the body and is treated differently.
Ask your doctor if you have any questions or concerns about your specific diagnosis.
Amyloidosis is a group of diseases caused by the buildup of abnormal proteins, called amyloids, in tissues and organs throughout the body. These amyloid deposits can damage tissues and organs, leading to a range of symptoms and complications.
Amyloid deposits cause illness by damaging the structure and the function of the organs where they are found. They can affect almost any part of the body including:
Nerves
Digestive system
Heart
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