Fatigue (AL amyloidosis) Infosheet

This Infosheet explains what fatigue is, what causes it in AL amyloidosis, how it is treated and some tips for self-management.

This Infosheet covers key topics about managing fatigue when living with AL amyloidosis, such as:

• What fatigue is
• What the symptoms of fatigue are
• What the causes of fatigue are
• What the treatments for fatigue are
• Tips for self-managing your fatigue

Key points you can read about in this Infosheet include:

• Fatigue is a very common side effect in AL amyloidosis and its treatment
• Fatigue is a feeling of being exceptionally tired, which is not caused by activity or exertion, and is not fully relieved by rest or sleep
• Fatigue can affect your in many different ways, including reduced energy levels, reduced concentration and dizziness
• The severity and symptoms of fatigue range from patient to patient
• Your healthcare team can assess you to determine any underlying medical cause for your fatigue to plan for appropriate treatment
• It is important to understand how fatigue affects you and adopt your self-management strategies to lessen the impact it can have

Fatigue (AL amyloidosis) Infosheet

PDF / 213KB Download