Susannah Barnett

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• Clearing the haze: Tips for battling brain fog from ATTR-CM

  From sticky notes to jigsaw puzzles, there’s many ways to lessen brain fog’s impact on daily life.

• How occupational therapy can help with ATTR-CM

  From tools to new techniques, an occupational therapist can offer many suggestions to help make daily life easier.

• What to know before an electrocardiogram to diagnose ATTR-CM

  Electrocardiogram tests are quick, often taking only five to 10 minutes.

• Hold the salt, please: Managing sodium and fluids with ATTR-CM

  Limiting sodium and fluids is part of a wider approach to maintaining good heart health.

• What to know about heart transplants for ATTR-CM

  A heart transplant is an option for end-stage heart failure in a small number of patients with ATTR-CM.

• What is the connection between ATTR-CM and trigger finger?

  In some cases, a biopsy taken during trigger release surgery has led to a diagnosis of ATTR-CM.

• Why you should get genetic testing after an ATTR-CM diagnosis

  Genetic testing can identify if your family members are at risk of the disease.

• Why does ATTR-CM cause leg swelling?

  Many aspects of ATTR-CM can lead to fluid retention in the legs.

• Are liver transplants still a treatment for ATTR-CM?

  Thanks to new treatments, liver transplants are now far less common than they once were.

• What is an amyloidosis treatment center?

  From emerging therapies to navigating daily life, a specialized center can make the difference in managing ATTR-CM.