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If I have wtattr in my bowels ,what would the symptoms be

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Detroit, MI
January 6, 2025
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A MyAmyloidosisTeam Member

Joseph: what specific symptoms do you have? The Diflusinal you take can be the source of a variety of gastrointestinal symptoms.

January 6, 2025
A MyAmyloidosisTeam Member

Drink water & do some kind of exercise if you can

January 11, 2025
A MyAmyloidosisTeam Member

Eat more fiber. Fruits and vegetables or Metamucil (or other fiber pills or powders).

January 10, 2025
A MyAmyloidosisTeam Member

Hi Sheldon,Constipation ,Joe

January 9, 2025
MyAmyloidosisTeam

If you have wild-type transthyretin (wtATTR) amyloidosis affecting your bowels, symptoms may include difficulty digesting food, excessive gas, diarrhea, constipation, bulky or greasy stools, bowel incontinence, or rectal bleeding. These symptoms occur due to amyloid deposits interfering with normal bowel function. It's Show Full Answer

If you have wild-type transthyretin (wtATTR) amyloidosis affecting your bowels, symptoms may include difficulty digesting food, excessive gas, diarrhea, constipation, bulky or greasy stools, bowel incontinence, or rectal bleeding. These symptoms occur due to amyloid deposits interfering with normal bowel function. It's important to discuss these symptoms with your doctor for proper evaluation and management.

January 6, 2025

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