A 75-year-old woman exhibited symptoms like shortness of breath during activities, difficulty breathing while lying down, sudden nighttime breathing issues, and swelling.
She also showed physical signs including a swollen tongue, small red spots on the skin, dark circles around her eyes, and nerve-related issues.
An echocardiogram revealed heart enlargement and poor heart function, while a rectal biopsy and immune tests confirmed she had AL amyloidosis, a condition related to abnormal protein buildup in organs.