3. Light Chain Amyloidosis
The onset of monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance, (MGUS), may result in the affected individual experiencing amyloidosis. This condition describes a rare disease that occurs when amyloid starts to accumulate in the organs of the body. Amyloid is a protein produced in the bone marrow which deposits in organs and tissues.
The condition affects people differently, and different types of amyloidosis can occur due to the onset of MGUS. In most cases, the disease affects the liver, kidneys, spleen, heart, nervous system, and digestive tract. In many cases, amyloidosis can lead to a life-threatening situation resulting in organ failure in the affected individual.
Unfortunately, there is no cure for the condition. Patients require regular medical management of the symptoms to limit the production of amyloid in organs and tissues throughout the body. Typical symptoms involved with the disease are an enlarged tongue, as well as purpura around the eyes.