What are the signs and symptoms of AA amyloidosis?

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What are the signs and symptoms of AA amyloidosis?

AA amyloidosis can affect many organs, resulting in the following signs and symptoms:

Signs and symptoms indicating the kidneys are affected include:

  • Swelling of the feet or legs
  • Excessive bubbles in the urine (foamy/frothy urine)
  • Urinating less

Signs indicating the liver is affected include:

  • Enlarged liver (hepatomegaly)

Symptoms indicating the stomach or intestines are affected include:

  • Bleeding
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea

Symptoms indicating the heart is affected (uncommon) include:

  • Swelling of the feet or legs
  • Shortness of breath
  • Palpitations
  • Chest pain

Other signs and symptoms:

  • Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly)
  • Increased level of protein in the urine (proteinuria)
  • High cholesterol levels (hypercholesterolemia)

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