8. Gastrointestinal amyloidosis

Gastrointestinal amyloidosis is a variant that occurs, as the name implies, in your gastrointestinal tract. Amyloid deposits build up along the GI tract which makes it harder for your food to move through. In this way, gastrointestinal amyloidosis is the equivalent of a traffic jam. There are various symptoms that could manifest due to the buildup of amyloid deposits in your GI tract.

These include stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea. Loss of appetite may also be present in some cases. This could lead to you shedding pounds in a rapid manner. If the liver is affected by the amyloidosis then liver enlargement may occur alongside a buildup of fluid within your body. It’s essential that you bring cases of gastrointestinal amyloidosis to your doctor immediately so that they can treat you before more complications occur as a result of the GI tract “traffic jam.”