Symptoms of Amyloidosis
Using high-powered electron microscopy, you can see each individual amyloid fibril composed of proteins.
Your symptoms of amyloidosis may vary, depending on which organs in your body are affected. Symptoms may include
- Abdominal bloating, especially after eating
- Bleeding or easy bruising
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Dizziness upon standing
- Edema (swelling of the legs and ankles)
- General fatigue
- Numbness in the hands and feet, including carpal tunnel syndrome
- Shortness of breath
- Skin or nail changes
- Swelling of the tongue, known as macroglossia
- Trouble swallowing
- Voice changes, such as hoarseness
- Weight loss
Diagnosing Amyloidosis
Many people with amyloidosis don't know that they have it. Although rare, the disease can be fatal, so it is important to contact your physician if you have one or more of these symptoms. Learn more about the tests Stanford physicians use for amyloidosis diagnosis.
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Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are research studies that evaluate a new medical approach, device, drug, or other treatment. As a Stanford Health Care patient, you may have access to the latest, advanced clinical trials.
Open trials refer to studies currently accepting participants. Closed trials are not currently enrolling, but may open in the future.
Amyloid Center
See a Stanford specialist to learn about your treatment options. Visit our clinic to make an appointment.
