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Is average lifespan shorter for a person with familial amyloidosis?
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Yes: But it depends on which type of familial amyloidosis; some are relatively benign (and the risk comes from other associated diseases), others directly impact longevity.
Answered 3/5/2013
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Only if they have it: If the relative does not have have amyloidosis, life span is normal.
Answered 1/29/2013
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