AL amyloidosis
AL amyloidosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with AL amyloidosis
The following symptoms have been associated with AL amyloidosis in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal distention
Distention of the abdomen....
Autonomic erectile dysfunction
Impotence (inability to develop or maintain an erection) resulting from abnormal functioning of the autonomic ...
Bruising susceptibility
An ecchymosis (bruise) refers to the skin discoloration caused by the escape of blood into the tissues from ru...
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Dyspnea
Difficult or labored breathing. Dyspnea is a subjective feeling only the patient can rate, e.g., on a Borg sca...
Erectile dysfunction
A multidimensional but common male sexual dysfunction that involves an alteration in any of the components of ...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Gastrointestinal hemorrhage
Hemorrhage affecting the gastrointestinal tract....
Hoarse voice
Hoarseness refers to a change in the pitch or quality of the voice, with the voice sounding weak, very breathy...
Jaw claudication
Pain in the jaw or ear induced by chewing or otherwise moving the jaw....
Nonproductive cough
A cough that does not produce phlegm or mucus....
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate AL amyloidosis
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating AL amyloidosis. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with AL amyloidosis, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is AL amyloidosis?
AL amyloidosis is a health condition described in medical literature. AL amyloidosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of AL amyloidosis?
AL amyloidosis is associated with 12 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal distention, Autonomic erectile dysfunction, Bruising susceptibility, Dysphagia, Dyspnea, Erectile dysfunction. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is AL amyloidosis diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with AL amyloidosis include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have AL amyloidosis, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.