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What are the major forms of amyloidosis?
The major forms of amyloidosis include primary amyloidosis (AL), secondary amyloidosis (AA), and hereditary amyloidosis (ATTR). AL amyloidosis is caused by the abnormal production of immunoglobulin light chains, AA amyloidosis is caused by chronic inflammation leading to the deposition of serum amyloid A protein, and ATTR amyloidosis is caused by mutations in the transthyretin gene. Each form of amyloidosis has distinct clinical manifestations and treatment approaches.
Is there a cure for dry macular degeneration?
This is not a question that one answers with just a yes or no. Dry macular degeneration develops as a result of several different causes - the two main ones being genetics and diet or lifestyle. While there are several different dry macular degeneration treatments in clinical trials, there is no standard traditional treatment for dry age related macular degeneration. However, that doesn't mean that dry macular degeneration can't be reversed, but a person has to be willing to make some serious changes to their diet and lifestyle. Chronic inflammation seems to play an important role in the degeneration of the macula. One of the best diets to address inflammation is to follow an anti-inflammatory diet. There are foods that are pro-inflammatory and foods that are anti-inflammatory. You can find out more by going to these links.
What is the name of the se rious condition of the retina?
Macular degeneration is a well-known serious condition of the retina.
Is there any cure for amylodosis?
http://www.mayoclinic.org/amyloidosis/ http://www.mayoclinic.org/amyloidosis/ Wilbur Pereira
What is amyloidosis?
Amyloidosis is any of a group of disorders in which the fibrous protein amyloid is deposited in an organ in the body.
How is amyloidosis diagnosed?
Blood and urine tests can reveal the presence of amyloid protein, but tissue or bone-marrow biopsy is necessary to positively diagnose amyloidosis.
Diabetic Macular Edema?
Diabetic macular edema results when fluid leaks from blood vessels in the central portion of the retina, causing blurring in the central visual field. Laser treatments can help prevent further vision impairment.
Can an optometrist treat macular degeneration?
Yes, an optometrist can treat macular degeneration. You can read more info at www.allaboutvision.com/askdoc/macular-degeneration.htm
What does acronym DRAQ?
Dialysis-related Amyloidosis Questionnaire.
Can Osteopathic Doctors diagnose amyloidosis?
Certainly, a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine can make the diagnosis of amyloidosis, especially if they have completed a residency in internal medicine or a similar medical field.
Where would one get information on Macular Hole surgery?
A macular hole is condition in the eye where the macular which is located in the retina has a small break. One can get information on macular hole surgery on websites such as All About Vision, Cleveland Clinic, and VisionAware.
What type of doctor would do a biopsy to diagnose amyloidosis?
hemotoligist
