ICELANDIC TYPE AMYLOIDOSIS (TYPE VI)

SYMPTOMS

In its early stages, Icelandic type amyloidosis (type IV) may not show any symptoms. Depending on which organs are harmed as the illness advances, you may feel different symptoms.

Additionally, if your heart is compromised, you may experience the following signs and symptoms:

• Chest pain
• Breathing difficulty
• Low blood pressure
• Abnormal heart rate

Whereas you can experience the following signs and symptoms of liver and kidney damage:

• Leg inflammation
• Foamy urine
• Swelling and pain the the upper abdomen

If your digestive tract is impacted, you might experience the following symptoms:

• Constipation
• Nausea
• Losing weight
• Diarrhea
• Feeling of fullness (even eating just a small amount of food)

In addition to those, additional symptoms might also include:

• Weakness
• Painful joints
• Fatigue
• Bruising around your eyes and skin
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Inflammed tongue

If any of these symptoms last longer than a day or two, speak with your doctor.

DIAGNOSIS

To diagnose Icelandic type amyloidosis (type VI), your doctor will inquire about your health history and symptoms. It’s crucial to share all of your observations with your doctor because misdiagnosis is a common occurrence, and amyloidosis symptoms may be similar to those of other diseases.

To help with the diagnosis, your doctor may also do the following tests:

• Bone marrow aspiration
• Echocardiogram
• Biopsy
• Urine and blood tests

TREATMENT

There is no treatment for Icelandic type amyloidosis (type VI). By reducing the production of amyloid proteins, therapy aims to lessen symptoms.

In addition, the following drugs are used to treat the symptoms:

• Pain relievers
• Drugs to control heart rate
• Diuretics
• Medications for managing diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting