Amyloidosis refers to abnormal deposition of amyloid protein in the body tissues and organs. These proteins gradually replace the normal tissue resulting in organ dysfunction. Amyloidosis often occurs in patients with the following diseases or characteristics:
Multiple myeloma: Cardiac amyloidosis usually occurs in patients with multiple myeloma. Age over 40: The disease is rare in people under age 40.
Who Is at the Highest Risk?
Amyloidosis refers to abnormal deposition of amyloid protein in the body tissues and organs. These proteins gradually replace the normal tissue resulting in organ dysfunction. Amyloidosis often occurs in patients with the following diseases or characteristics:
Multiple myeloma: {{ORGANIZATION}} amyloidosis usually occurs in patients with multiple myeloma. Age over 40: The disease is rare in people under age 40.