Cardiac Problems And Symptoms
Amyloidosis - cardiac; Primary cardiac amyloidosis - AL type; Secondary cardiac amyloidosis - AA type; Stiff heart syndrome; Senile amyloidosis
Symptoms
Excessive urination at night -
Fatigue , reduced activity tolerance -
Palpitations (sensation of feeling heart beat) -
Shortness of breath with activity -
Swelling of legs , ankles, or other part of the body (See:abdominal swelling ) Trouble breathing while lying down
Some patients may have no symptoms.
Signs and tests
It can be difficult to...
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