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What If Your 80 Years Of Age, Is This New Drug Going To Help At This Advanced Age?

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Massachusetts

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December 18, 2024
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Well that was real helpful

December 19, 2024
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James, my first response to your question is concerning your comment about being 80. I am 85. I consider age only a number. I would not be surprised if I have 10 or 15 more years to live. So I would suggest removing your age comment from your question And just raise the question without it because age is only a number.

December 19, 2024
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For wild-type ATTR amyloidosis, drugs like tafamidis (Vyndaqel or Vyndamax) may help slow disease progression, even at an advanced age. However, individual factors like overall health and severity of heart involvement play a role in effectiveness. It's best to consult your doctor to determine if these treatments are Show Full Answer

For wild-type ATTR amyloidosis, drugs like tafamidis (Vyndaqel or Vyndamax) may help slow disease progression, even at an advanced age. However, individual factors like overall health and severity of heart involvement play a role in effectiveness. It's best to consult your doctor to determine if these treatments are suitable for you.

December 18, 2024

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