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Featured Article Amyloidosis Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Amyloidosis occurs when abnormal antibody proteins or other protein fragments build up in an organ. As the protein accumulates, organ function begins to decline. Amyloidosis can affect any organ. In its primary form, it is a serious but rare condition: only eight out of every million Americans are diagnosed every year. Its cause is unknown. Amyloid Antibodies and Bone Marrow The proteins that accumulate in organs are called amyloid proteins. In some cases, the amyloid proteins are abnormal antibodies produced by the bone marrow. Normal antibodies circulate in the blood and break down over time. Amyloid antibodies do not break down as easily. Instead, the antibodies accumulate in the bloodstream. The abnormal antibodies eventually leave the blood and are deposited in organs. Amyloidosis Can Affect Any Organ Amyloid deposits can build up in any organ in the body. The disease may affect a single organ, or it may be systemic, affecting organs throughout the body. Click here for more information on amyloidosis.			Blogs
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Diagnosis and Treatment of AmyloidosisLists amyloidosis treatment options, including organ transplants, colchicine, and myeloma drugs. Discusses clinical trials and interferon.
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Common and Rare Diseases Caused by AmyloidosisDiscusses Alzheimer's disease, type 2 diabetes and rare diseases associated with amyloidosis (including multiple myeloma). Explains what an antibody is.
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Symptoms and Complications of AmyloidosisLists symptoms of amyloidosis, including kidney failure, heart problems, nerve damage, proteinurea, skin conditions and gastrointestinal complications.
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