Susannah Barnett

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• Your spouse is diagnosed with ATTR-CM. Now what?

  If your spouse is diagnosed with ATTR-CM, there are things you can do to help him or her navigate the disease.

• Living with fatigue caused by your ATTR-CM

  Fatigue is a common problem with ATTR-CM, as well as many other diseases, so remember that you are not alone.

• How ATTR-CM affects the sense of taste and what to do about it

  This less common symptom of ATTR-CM can affect your enjoyment of food, appetite, nutrition intake and overall quality of life.

• Dealing with appetite loss when you have ATTR-CM

  A nutritious diet is essential to maintain physical and mental strength and boost immunity to manage the daily effects of ATTR-CM.

• Tips for managing sleep apnea due to ATTR-CM

  Sleep apnea with ATTR-CM can significantly affect quality of life in a variety of ways as interrupted sleep is not restful or restorative.

• The best diet and food choices for patients with ATTR-CM

  Eating a balanced and nutritious diet is good advice for most people, but it is particularly important for people living with ATTR-CM.

• Managing gastrointestinal issues from ATTR-CM

  Early diagnosis, adherence to treatment and a healthy lifestyle can help ease the burden of ATTR-CM-related gastrointestinal issues.

• Physical therapy for mobility issues caused by ATTR-CM

  Adopting a structured approach to physical therapy will strengthen muscles and improve flexibility with ATTR-CM.

• Daily health habits to improve quality of life with ATTR-CM

  A key aspect of living with ATTR-CM is to proactively preserve your quality of life through medication, diet, exercise and lifestyle changes.

• Coping with sleep issues resulting from ATTR-CM

  A combination of medication and lifestyle adjustments offers a practical approach to getting a good night’s sleep when dealing with ATTR-CM.