What are the signs and symptoms of AL amyloidosis?

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What are the signs and symptoms of AL amyloidosis?

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

Symptoms indicating the arms are affected include:

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Numbness, burning and/or tingling (peripheral neuropathy)
  • Weak fingernails

Symptoms indicating the legs are affected include:

  • Swelling of the feet or legs
  • Leg weakness
  • Weak toenails

Symptoms indicating the head and neck are affected include:

  • Lightheadedness upon standing
  • Purple color on the eyelids and/or around the eyes
  • Enlarged tongue

Symptoms indicating the heart and lungs are affected include:

  • Shortness of breath
  • Palpitations (arrhythmias)
  • Chest pain
  • Fatigue

Symptoms indicating the stomach or intestines are affected include:

  • Poor appetite
  • Bloating or excessive gas
  • Constipation or Diarrhea

Symptoms indicating the kidney and bladder are affected include:

  • Excessive bubbles in the urine
  • Urinating less
  • Getting up at night to urinate

Other signs and symptoms:

  • Bruising or bleeding easily
  • Purple color in skin folds

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