ATTRpn
ATTR Polyneuropathy
Wild-Type ATTR amyloidosis
ATTRcm
Cardiomyopathy
Aβ2M (ATTRwt)
Dialysis-Associated Amyloidosis
Care Team Basics
Studies have found that patients who receive care from a coordinated care team have better health outcomes, including lower rates of hospitalization and mortality. They also have higher rates of satisfaction with their care. A care team is a group of healthcare professionals who work together to provide care for a patient. The care team …
Chest Pain (Cardiac Amyloidosis)
Chest pain is a frequent symptom in patients with cardiac amyloidosis (CA) and is associated with a more advanced cardiac impairment. [source: International Journal of Cardiology]
Care Team Coordinator
A care coordinator is a health care professional responsible for managing patient care by monitoring treatment plans, educating patients on their conditions, and connecting them to relevant health care providers.
Cardiologist (Heart)
A cardiologist is a physician who’s an expert in the care of your heart and blood vessels. They can treat or help you prevent a number of cardiovascular problems. They can also specialize in specific areas, such as abnormal heart rhythms, heart failure or heart problems you’ve had since birth. [source: Cleveland Cllinic]
Nephrologist (Kidneys)
A nephrologist is a medical doctor who specializes in kidney care and treating diseases of the kidneys. The term nephrologist comes from the Greek word “nephros”, which means kidney or renal and “ologist” refers to someone who studies. Nephrologists are also called kidney doctors.
Shortness of breath when lying flat (Orthopnea)
People with more severe heart failure may experience shortness of breath when they lie down. The medical term for this symptom is orthopnea (say “or-THAWP-nee-uh”). The severity of this symptom usually depends on how flat you are lying—the flatter you lie, the more you feel short of breath.
Psychologist (Emotional Wellbeing)
A psychologist is a mental health professional who uses psychological evaluations and talk therapy to help people learn to better cope with life and relationship issues and mental health conditions. [source: Cleveland Clinic]