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My husband has al amyloidosis, it has affected his kidneys, digestive tract and nervous system, what are the gripes in his stomach?

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March 16
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I have it in my GI tract but again we think it’s more the autonomic system. It’s extremely frustrating. I’m trying a new dr at the end of the month. This will be number 4!

March 17
A MyAmyloidosisTeam Member

Hi, my husband having the same. Thank you for asking the question. We keep thinking it's something else but think it has to do with the al amyloidosis. I am so proud of them fighting on with strength! 🍀

March 17
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What stomach symptoms might your husband experience with AL amyloidosis affecting his digestive tract?

The "gripes" or stomach discomfort your husband is experiencing are likely related to amyloid protein buildup in his digestive system. This can cause several uncomfortable symptoms.

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What stomach symptoms might your husband experience with AL amyloidosis affecting his digestive tract?

The "gripes" or stomach discomfort your husband is experiencing are likely related to amyloid protein buildup in his digestive system. This can cause several uncomfortable symptoms.

Common stomach-related symptoms include:

* Nausea and vomiting
* Belly pain and abdominal swelling or bloating
* Feeling full after eating only a little (early satiety)
* Loss of appetite
* Excessive gas
* Constipation or diarrhea
* Difficulty digesting food

It's important to know that nerve damage from amyloidosis can also contribute to digestive problems. When amyloid affects the autonomic nerves that control digestion, it can slow down or upset normal digestive processes, leading to symptoms like nausea, constipation, and general stomach discomfort.

Since your husband has involvement in multiple systems (kidneys, digestive tract, and nervous system), his stomach symptoms could be from direct amyloid deposits in the digestive organs, nerve damage affecting digestion, or a combination of both.

Working with his gastroenterologist can help manage these symptoms. Treatment targeting the underlying AL amyloidosis may also help improve digestive symptoms over time.

March 16

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