Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis Lawsuit New York

Many people who believe they are suffering from Scleroderma may actually have a disease called Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (often referred to as NSF).  The diseases can easily be mistaken for each other.  NSF skin changes often mimic systemic sclerosis (although NSF usually does not affect the face).

NSF is caused by a reaction to certain MRI contrast dyes containing a material called Gadolinium.  There may be many misdiagnosed or undiagnosed NSF cases across the country, and time is running out to bring a legal claim.  If you have had an MRI and suffer from some of the skin symptoms listed below, you should contact an NSF Attorney or NSF Lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your legal rights.

About Scleroderma

Scleroderma is a skin disease that affects over 300,000 people in the United States.  It is usually characterized by the thickening, hardening, or tightening of the skin.

Some of the most common symptoms of scleroderma include skin changes, Raynaud’s Phenomenon, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

What to Look For:

Systemic scleroderma (limited scleroderma, CREST Syndrome) is often characterized by the following:

Thick patches on the skin
Swollen fingers
Swollen hands
Leathery or wooden skin
Tight skin around the face
Shiny looking skin

Other symptoms:

Joint pain
Reduced lung function
Difficulty breathing
Elevated or high blood pressure

There are a variety of medications for people suffering from scleroderma which include but are not limited to:

For Localized Scleroderma:

Hydroxychloroquine sulfate
Methotrexate
Prednisone
Phenytoin
Potassium p-aminobenzoate
d-penicillamine
PUVA (photherapy)

For Systemic Scleroderma:

Mycophenolate mofetil
Cyclosporine
Cyclophosphamide
Methotrexate
d-penicillamine

Many people who suffer from scleroderma may end up seeing several medical professionals such as a Rheumatologist (a doctor that specializes in diseases of the joints, bones and muscles) and a Dermatologist (skin specialist).

Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis

Studies have linked Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis to certain MRI contrast agents and dyes containing a material called Gadolinium.  Click here to read the Gadolinium FDA Warning.

Have you had an MRI or CT scan and were injected with a Gadolinium contrast dye?  Are you suffering from scleroderma like symptoms such as thick or tight skin?  If so, you may have an undiagnosed or misdiagnosed case of NSF.  Our firm is investigating cases in all 50 states.  Please call Toll Free at 1-866-777-2557 to speak with one of Gadolinium Attorneys or use our online contact form and an NSF Lawsuit Attorney will contact you as soon as possible.  This is a free, no obligation consultation.

As a courtesy, we have provided a directory of Rheumatologists and Dermatologists in your area.
New York Dermatologists and Rheumatologists
Dr. Harry Spiera, MD
1088 Parks Avenue
New York, New York 10128
Rheumatology

Dr. Frederick J Ast, MD
20 Parks Avenue Suite 10
New York, New York 10016
Allergy & Immunology
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Paula Rackoff, MD
10 Union Square East
New York, New York 10003
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Steven D Meed, MD
150 East 58th Street
New York, New York 10155
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Stewart Greisman, MD
457 West 57th Street
New York, New York 10019
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Robert F Spiera, MD
1088 Parks Avenue
New York, New York 10128
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Jill A Silverman, MD
635 Madison Avenue
New York, New York 10022
Geriatric Medicine
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Harry D Fischer, MD
10 Union Square East SUITE 3E BIMC
Department OF RHEUMATOLOGY
New York, New York 10003
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Jay B Adlersberg, MD
220 East 69th Street
New York, New York 10021
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Richard P Crane, MD
1088 Parks Avenue
New York, New York 10128
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Brian D Golden, MD
186 Joralemon Street
Brooklyn, New York 11201
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Sara B Kramer, MD
343 East 30th Street
New York, New York 10016
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Bruce M Solitar, MD
333 East 34th Street SUITE 1C
New York, New York 10016
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Hal J Mitnick, MD
333 East 34th Street
New York, New York 10016
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Paula Marchetta, MD
40 Parks Avenue
New York, New York 10016
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Jenny T Diep, MD
1088 Parks Avenue
New York, New York 10128
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Gary Zagon, MD
614 2nd Avenue SUITE B2
New York, New York 10016
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Jonathan Samuels, MD
246 East 20th Street
New York, New York 10003
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Robin L Lipschitz, MD
229 East 79th Street
New York, New York 10075
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Efstanthia P Chiopelas, MD
317 East 34th Street
New York, New York 10016
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Alvin Adler
Dermatologist
100 E 74th St
New York, NY 10021

Dr. David Avram
Dermatologist
905 5th Ave
New York, NY 10021

Dr. Alexandria Booth
Dermatologist
250 W 57th St
Manhattan Center For Dermatology
New York, NY 10107

Dr. Jeffrey Ainspan
Dermatologist
308A E 15th St
New York, NY 10003

Dr. Marc Avram
Dermatologist
905 5th Ave
New York, NY 10021

Dr. Robin Borkowsky
Dermatologist
345 E 37th St
Murray Hill Dermatology Associates
New York, NY 10016

Dr. Lisa Airan
Dermatologist
910 5th Ave
New York, NY 10021

Dr. Jay Barnett
Dermatologist
163A E 70th St

Dr Jay Group Barnett
New York, NY 10021

Dr. Mary-Ellen Brademas
Dermatologist
11 5th Ave
New York, NY 10003

Dr. Michael Albom
Dermatologist
33 E 70th St
New York, NY 10021

Dr. Priya Batra
Dermatologist
550 1st Ave
New York University Medical Center
New York, NY 10016

Dr. Rena Brand
Dermatologist
345 E 37th St
Murray Hill Dermatology Associates
New York, NY 10016

Dr. MacRene Alexiades-Armenakas
Dermatologist
955 Park Ave
New York, NY 10028

Dr. David Becker
Dermatologist
205 E 69th St
New York, NY 10021

Dr. Gary Brauner
Dermatologist
125 E 63rd St
New York, NY 10002

Dr. Andrew Alexis
Dermatologist
1090 Amsterdam Ave
Dermatology Associates
New York, NY 10025

Dr. Jacqueline Beer
Dermatologist
156 E 79th St
New York, NY 10002

Dr. Lance Brown
Dermatologist
10 W 15th St
Lance H Brown, M D, P L L C
New York, NY 10011

Dr. Douglas Altchek
Dermatologist
10065 E 61st St
New York, NY 10292

Dr. Leonard Bernstein
Dermatologist
317 E 34th St
Laser & Skin Surgery Center
New York, NY 10016

Dr. Isaac Brownell
Dermatologist
160 E 53rd St
New York, NY 10022

Dr. Rachel Altman
Dermatologist
200 W 57th St
Jane Taylor MD PC & Associates
New York, NY 10019

Dr. Robert Bernstein
Dermatologist
110 E 55th St
Bernstein Medical
New York, NY 10022

Dr. Philip Bruder
Dermatologist
245 E 63rd St
New York, NY 10002

Dr. Ellen Burov
Dermatologist
1317 3rd Ave
New York, NY 10021

Dr. Yolanda Cestero
Dermatologist
121 E 60th St
New York, NY 10022
Dr. Niroshana Anandasabapathy
Dermatologist
432 E 23rd St
New York, NY 10010

Dr. Diane Berson
Dermatologist
211 E 53rd St
New York, NY 10022

Dr. Laura Buccheri-Zappi
Dermatologist
21 E 87th St
New York, NY 10128

Dr. Jean Bystryn
Dermatologist
530 1st Ave
New York, NY 10016

Dr. Virginia Chen
Dermatologist
155 E 38th St
New York, NY 10016

Dr. DiNa Anderson
Dermatologist
131 E 65th St
New York, NY 10002

Dr. David Bickers
Dermatologist
161 Fort Washington Ave
Columbia University DER
New York, NY 10032

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