Effects of Amyloid Buildup
Effects of Amyloid Buildup
Organ or System Affected |
Possible Consequences |
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Blood vessels |
Easy bruising |
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Brain |
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Digestive system |
Constipation or diarrhea Enlarged tongue (macroglossia) Weight loss Poor nutrient absorption |
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Heart |
Abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias) |
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Kidneys |
Fluid accumulation in tissues, causing swelling (edema) |
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Liver |
Enlarged liver |
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Lungs |
Difficulty breathing |
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Lymph nodes |
Enlarged lymph nodes |
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Musculoskeletal system |
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Nervous system |
Numbness Tingling Light-headedness |
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Skin |
Bruises Nodules |
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Thyroid gland |
Enlarged thyroid gland |