hATTR Matters

hATTR Amyloidosis is a genetic disease that passed down through family members. While it is a rare disease, one of the mutations that cause hATTR amyloidosis may affect 3 to 4% of African-Americans in North America. Misdiagnosis of hATTR amyloidosis is common and it can often take patients several years from symptom onset to get the right diagnosis and start treatment. It is important to advocate for your health by looking out for the signs and symptoms of this rare disease. Determining if you are at risk with your doctor can help speed up the diagnostic process.