Amyloidosis
Amyloidosis occurs when abnormal proteins build up and form deposits. The deposits can collect in organs such as the kidney and heart. This can cause the organs to become stiff and unable to work the way they should.
There are three main types of amyloidosis:
- Primary - with no known cause
- Secondary - caused by another disease, including some types of cancer
- Familial - passed down through genes
Treatment depends on the type of amyloidosis you have.
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Page last updated on 14 April 2012 Topic last reviewed 04 January 2012