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Primary Amyloidosis

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Alternate Names : Amyloid - Primary


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Primary Amyloidosis Symptoms & Signs

  • fatigue
  • numbness of hands and feet
  • weak hand grip
  • weight loss
  • shortness of breath
  • swelling of the extremities
  • swallowing difficulties
  • irregular heart rhythm
  • skin changes
  • enlarged tongue
Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease:

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Review Date : 9/14/2003
Reviewed By : Corey Cutler, M.D., M.P.H. F.R.C.P.C., Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Instructor in Medicine, Harvard University, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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