Resources

Un diagnóstico de amiloidosis de cadenas ligeras (amiloidosis AL) puede ser confuso y estresante, lo que da lugar a muchas preguntas y sentimientos. Es fundamental que aprenda todo lo que pueda sobre la enfermedad, su tratamiento y cómo le podría afectar.

La amiloidosis AL es una enfermedad grave que puede ser progresiva y mortal si no se trata. Sin embargo, muchos pacientes se benefician de los tratamientos actuales, lo que mejora y prolonga su vida, a menudo durante varios años.

In this ARC Talks webinar, Dr. Kelsey Barrell from the University of Utah explains what causes neuropathy and other neurological symptoms in amyloidosis patients and offers suggestions to help manage these symptoms.

Dr. John Clarke, a gastroenterologist and motility specialist with Stanford Medicine, covers everything that patients need to know about GI involvement and symptom management in amyloidosis, followed by a Q&A session.

This physician webinar covers the treatment of amyloidosis patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. With guidelines from the International Society of Amyloidosis, high-risk patient considerations, an update on clinical trials, and policy changes, we cover everything HCPs need to know.

Nancy Verel, a nurse at the Cleveland Clinic, shares her story about her family's journey through her husband's AL amyloidosis diagnosis and treatment. Robert David from BMC Cancer Support Programs provides coping and support strategies for caregivers.

Dan, a patient with AL amyloidosis, describes his journey to diagnosis. A once very active athlete, Dan found himself not able to do his favorite activities anymore. After 10-15 doctors misdiagnosed Dan with GERD, emphysema, and athlete's heart, he finally received the correct diagnosis of AL amyloidosis and started on the road to recovery.

James' only concerning symptom leading up to his diagnosis was bilateral edema. But, after a stroke, James spent a month in the hospital and received a surprising diagnosis of Wild-Type Transthyretin Amyloidosis. James shares his story and optimism just months after his diagnosis.