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Can amyloidosis cause weight gain?
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Yes: Kidney or heart damage can lead to fluid accumulation.
Answered 1/28/2017
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It can: Some types of amyloidosis can cause the heart or kidneys to function poorly. This could lead to fluid retention and weight gain.
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