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Glossary Amyloidosis

condition where abnormal proteins accumulate in organs and tissues

Amyloidosis is a condition where abnormal proteins, called amyloids, build up in organs and tissues, disrupting their normal function. These amyloid deposits can affect various parts of the body, including the heart, kidneys, liver, and nervous system, leading to a range of symptoms depending on the organs involved.

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research Multiple Myeloma–Associated Amyloidosis Presenting With Acrolocalized Acquired Cutis Laxa

11 citations , December 2010 in “Archives of Dermatology”

This abstract provides no research results, focusing instead on navigation and subscription details for JAMA Dermatology content access.

research Localized Primary Cutaneous Nodular Amyloidosis in a Patient With Paraproteinemia

3 citations , March 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas”

An elderly man with skin amyloidosis and abnormal blood proteins was monitored without finding widespread disease after 18 months.

research Lichen Amyloidosis on the Scalp: A Case Report

1 citations , April 2022 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

In this study, a case of lichen amyloidosis on the scalp significantly improved with a 2-month topical treatment using clobetasol propionate/all-trans retinoic acid ointment.

research Cutaneous sarcoidosis masquerading as papular amyloidosis revealed post--hair removal

January 2023 in “Indian dermatology online journal”

This case study highlights that sarcoidosis lesions can occur following hair removal by waxing, emphasizing the need to consider superficial traumas as potential triggers for cutaneous sarcoidosis.

research Cardiac Amyloidosis and Aortic Stenosis: When to Consider it and How to Treat it?

January 2021 in “ABC Heart Failure & Cardiomyopathy”

This article discusses the coexistence of amyloidosis and aortic stenosis in elderly patients and explores potential therapeutic strategies, without reporting new clinical results.

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