3. Is there a cure for amyloidosis?There is no permanent cure for amyloidosis. The symptoms have to be managed as and when they occur.
4. Is amyloidosis a type of cancer?No, it is not a type of cancer. A type of ‘Multiple Myeloma’ may produce amyloid protein. In fact in Primary Amyloidosis (most common type of amyloidosis) the abnormal protein produced is called the ‘amyloid light chains’ and this gets accumulated in organs such as the heart, lungs, skin, tongue, nerves, and intestines. This is why primary amyloidosis is liked to multiple myeloma.
5. Can amyloidosis be inherited?In rare instances yes, it can be inherited. Sometimes a parent may act as a carrier of the mutated gene and pass it on to the offspring.