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Amyloidosis Symptoms Quiz
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Amyloidosis Symptoms Quiz

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How is a diagnosis of amyloidosis confirmed?

  • By the presence of organ enlargement
  • By problems found with multiple peripheral nerves
  • By tissue biopsy (correct)
  • By finding protein in the urine
  • What are some specific indicators of AL amyloidosis?

  • Enlargement of the tongue and periorbital purpura (correct)
  • Lumbar spinal stenosis and biceps tendon rupture
  • Bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome and autonomic dysfunction
  • Peripheral edema and weight loss
  • What are the non-cardiac symptoms associated with wild-type ATTR amyloidosis?

  • Enlargement of the tongue and periorbital purpura
  • Bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome, lumbar spinal stenosis, and small fiber neuropathy (correct)
  • Biceps tendon rupture and autonomic dysfunction
  • Peripheral edema, weight loss, and shortness of breath
  • How many different types of amyloidosis are there due to specific protein misfolding?

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    What are the most common types of systemic amyloidosis?

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