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Can hand stiffness and difficulty closing your hands be related to amyloidosis or just age?

Yes, this can definitely be related to your AL amyloidosis. Amyloid protein buildup can affect your hands in several ways, causing stiffness and weakness that makes it hard to close your hands fully.

Amyloidosis can cause these Show Full Answer

Can hand stiffness and difficulty closing your hands be related to amyloidosis or just age?

Yes, this can definitely be related to your AL amyloidosis. Amyloid protein buildup can affect your hands in several ways, causing stiffness and weakness that makes it hard to close your hands fully.

Amyloidosis can cause these hand issues through:

* Nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy) affecting your hands
* Carpal tunnel syndrome, which causes weakness and stiffness
* Amyloid deposits in joints, synovial membranes, tendons, or surrounding tissues
* Joint stiffness and weakness from protein buildup

Since you've never had arthritis before and this is new, it's worth discussing with your doctor. A MyAmyloidosisTeam member shared similar concerns: "I have serious concerns with hand cramps and sensitive nerves on my hands."

While age can contribute to joint issues, the timing of these symptoms appearing after your AL amyloidosis diagnosis suggests they're likely related to your condition rather than normal aging alone.

Your doctor may recommend a neurologic exam or nerve conduction study to determine the exact cause and find the best treatment approach for your hand symptoms.

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