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  • What is Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis?
    Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF) is a recently discovered illness that has an unknown cause and is difficult to treat. It has, however, been linked to the use of gadolinium uses among kidney disease patients.
  • Treatments Available For Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis Sufferers
    Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF) is a rare and painful illness usually found on patients already suffering from kidney disease. Researchers have discovered that the tie between those suffering from kidney disease and those with NSF are similar and usually relate to the use of gandolinium as well as undergoing MRAs/MRIs. But there is hope for those with NSF, as treatment options can be available.
  • Television News Report Reveals Unsettling New Information on Trasylol Recall
    Trasylol Aprotinin is a blood-controlling agent injected into patients during surgical procedures such as open-heart surgeries. However, Trasylol has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease, kidney failure, stroke and death among individuals who have previously received the injection.
  • Seroquel Patients and Alleged Diabetes Side Effect
    Seroquel is an antipsychotic drug that was initially approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in January 2004. Seroquel is often prescribed as an "off label" drug, meaning it is prescribed for things other than what the FDA approved it for. However, Seroquel side effects include raised blood sugar levels and potentially being linked to diabetes.
  • Routine Inspection Prompts FDA Warning
    The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently issued a warning to GlaxoSmithKline, the makers of Avandia, a type 2 diabetes drug. The warning was issued after a routine inspection turned up evidence that information from clinical trials of the drug had been withheld from the FDA. Avandia has created a controversy as it has been linked to an increase of heart disease and early onset osteoporosis.
  • Prosthetic Implants
    Over time, an individual's hips and knees may begin to degrade, usually from the average wear and tear that occurs throughout the years. However, many individuals may require a surgical procedure to replace their hips or knees with a prostheses if the wear and tear becomes debilitating.
  • Open Head Injury, Skull Fractures and TBI
    There are two main types of traumatic brain injuries including open head injury. An open head injury is when the skull has been penetrated and broken in an accident. When the skull is broken, the brain becomes more susceptible to infection as well as re-injury. It is important for a victim to know what steps to take to prevent re-injury in such an incident.
  • Mesothelioma Treatment Options
    Mesothelioma is a rare and deadly disease that is the result of long periods of exposure to asbestos. The symptoms of mesothelioma cancer can take decades to be revealed, which is why LegalView.com provides a resource of information for victims with the cancer to better understand the different types and treatments available
  • Losing Your Memory From A Traumatic Brain Injury
    Traumatic brain injuries are a common type of accident that occur everyday to average Americans. The severity of a brain injury can range from concussions to memory loss. Memory loss is ususally associated with severe traumatic brain injuries and is a cognitive side effect. While there is no known treatment for memory loss, there are some medicinal treatments that can help reduce the effects of moderate to severe memory loss.
  • Hernia Patch Recall Affects Thousands of Patients
    The United States has the highest rate for deaths among incisional hernia patients. Recently, hernia patients using the Bard's Composix Kugel Mesh Patch had another reason to worry as the patch was recalled for a second time. The patch had previously been recalled in 2005, but the current recall affects more patch users than previously.
  • Explaining Anoxic Brain Injury
    Anoxic brain injury differs from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) because a TBI is usually the result of a blunt force to the head causing a specific area of the brain to become injured. Anoxic brain injury occurs when there is an interruption in the flow of oxygen and blood to the brain. There are serious consequences when such a brain injury occurs and many of the side effects include seizures, depression and emotional damage.
  • Drug-Eluting Stents and The Surrounding Dangers
    Drug-eluting stents (DES) occur when a metal scaffold is inserted into a coronary artery to prevent it from collapsing. The scaffold may be coated with a pharmaceutical drug that operates on a time-release of the medication. While DES is a popular treatment in today's world of modern technology, the adverse effects of DES can be detrimental to a patient and increase their risk of developing life threatening illnesses.
  • Developing Asbestos Litigation
    Developing asbestos litigation can be a difficult and scary situation, especially if you are the sufferer of mesothelioma cancer or have lost a loved one because of asbestos exposure. However, contact an asbestos lawyer who can consult you on your case will provide support and practical development of an asbestos lawsuit.
  • Dangerous Side Effects of Everyday Benzene
    Benzene is a chemical often found in paint, solvents and dyes but also exists in the oil and petroleum industry. It is considered a a "Class A" carcinogen by the Environmental Protective Agency (EPA), and is an extremely harmful chemical that contributes to Hodgkin's disease, various respiratory and skin disorders, and even leukemia.
  • Dangerous Side Effects in Provigil
    For individuals suffering from the inability to stay awake, a prescription medication known as Provigil is often prescribed. However, Provigil has several side effects ranging from mild to serious including Stevens Johnson Disorder, which is a painful skin disease. Additionally, Provigil is extremely dangerous to children and should never be given to them.
  • Curing Acne While Risking Internal Harm
    Accutane is an oral medication given to individuals who suffer form of acne known as severe recalcitrant nodular acne. While Accutane is prescribed to thousands of Americans, especially teenagers, each year, the drugs side effects can be very dangerous. Side effects range from depression to liver disease and nerve damage. It's important for a patient who has taken, plans to take or is taking the drug to be aware the dangers.
  • Cadaver Tissues Found to be Stolen and Diseased
    Human body tissue is collected from what are known as tissue banks, a collection of funeral homes, universities, hospitals, etc., around the country. Human tissue that has been safely cleared of diseases is used in many medical procedures such as skin grafs or organ transplants. However, the industry is highly unregulated, and, as a result, the use of diseased and illegally obtained tissues has entered the market.
  • Broken Heart: What Happens to Victims of Heart Device Recalls?
    Although there have been quite a large number of unsafe product and medication recalls already in 2007, the recall of crucial pieces of a widely used implanted heart defibrillator appears to be dire indeed.
  • Being Aware of Chemical Exposure
    There are many ailments caused from the inhalation and exposure to chemicals. In addition to the many ailments, there are several different ways an individual can be exposed to chemicals including through mineral dusts or biological agents. In any case, individuals should be keenly aware of chemical agents and the result of exposure to them.
  • ADHD Recently Linked to Lead Poisoning
    Lead is found in an array of objects in and around the home and it has long been known that the use of lead can lead to severe and traumatic illnessess or results in not only adults but especially children. It was recently discovered that in addition to stunted growth and hearing loss, among other health issues, that lead poisoning can also be a factor leading to ADHD in children, especially boys.
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