The symptoms of familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP) may make it harder to enjoy a good night’s sleep. To help you sleep better, in addition to…
Health Insights
HATTR-PN
Health InsightsFAP and Sleep
Familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP) is a rare genetic disorder caused by the buildup of abnormal protein clumps called amyloids throughout the body. These amyloids…
HATTR-PN
Health InsightsFAP and Surgery
At some point in life, most people will go through some form of surgery, including those with rare diseases like familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP).
HATTR-PN
Health InsightsFAP and Exercise
Familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP) is a rare condition that can affect the heart, other organs, and the nervous system due to the buildup of…
HATTR-PN
Health InsightsFAP and Anesthesia
People with familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP) are likely to undergo procedures that require some form of anesthesia, which can carry extra risks for these…
HATTR-PN
Health InsightsRespite Care for FAP
Providing constant care to someone who has a chronic disease such as familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP) can sap you physically, mentally, and spiritually. At times,…
HATTR-PN
Health InsightsEchocardiogram for FAP: What to Expect?
Familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP) leads to the formation and accumulation of abnormal protein clumps or amyloids. This accumulation can cause issues in a number of…
HATTR-PN
Health InsightsSupport from Family Members for FAP Patients
Familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP) is a progressive disorder that can lead to multiple health issues that affect your everyday life. Here are some ways…
HATTR-PN
Health InsightsYour Multidisciplinary FAP Treatment Team
If you’ve been diagnosed with familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP), you may need to see a multidisciplinary treatment team of doctors — in addition to…
HATTR-PN
Health InsightsSigns of Depression in FAP Patients
Living with a chronic disease such as familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP) can be overwhelming. The symptoms of FAP, which may include cardiac impairment, infection,…
Recent Posts
- New data suggest ATTR-CM therapy may help reverse heart damage
- ATTR-CM therapy shows consistent effects across treatment groups
- Machine learning IDs family history, carpal tunnel as ‘red flags’ in hATTR
- Trial now testing long-term effects of approved ATTR-CM treatment
- Experts recommend early gene-silencing treatment for hATTR-PN