NSF lawsuit South Dakota – symptoms like scleroderma – skin thickening, hardening, swelling, swollen fingers and hands. Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis.
Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis Lawsuit South Dakota
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 (Plaquenil®)
Methotrexate (Rheumatrex®, Trexall®)
Prednisone (Deltasone®, Cortan®)
Phenytoin (Dilantin®)
Potassium p-aminobenzoate (POTABA®)
d-penicillamine (Cuprimine®, Depen®)
PUVA (phototherapy)
For Systemic Scleroderma:
Mycophenolate mofetil (Cellcept®)
Cyclosporine (Neoral®), (Sandimmune®)
Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan®)
Methotrexate (Rheumatrex®, Trexall®)
d-penicillamine (Cuprimine®, Depen®)
Over the Counter Medications for Skin Dryness
KeriCream®
Lanalor®
Lubriderm®
Eucerin Moisturizing® creams and lotions
Nivea Moisturizing®
UltraDerm®
Alpha Keri Bath Oil®
Penederm alpha hydroxy cream®
Aveeno bath oil & moisturizer®
Udder Cream
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).
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.
South Dakota Dermatologists
Dr. Marc E Boddicker, MD
705 Columbus Street
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701
Dermatology
Dr. Victoria Finley, MD
2820 Mount Rushmore Road
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701
Dermatology
Dr. Lycia Scott, MD
2820 Mount Rushmore Road
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701
Dermatology
Dr. Tamara Poling, MD
2820 Mount Rushmore Road
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701
Dermatology
Dr. Roger S Knutsen, MD
717 Meade Street SUITE 100
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701
Dermatology
Internal Medicine
Dr. Briana Hill, MD
2820 Mount Rushmore Road
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701
Dermatology
Dr. Marc E Boddicker, MD
705 Columbus Street
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701
Dermatology
Dr. Gregory Wittenberg, MD
2820 Mount Rushmore Road
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701
Dermatology
Dr. Sylvia D Shafer, MD
705 Columbus Street
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701
Dermatology
Dr. James R Mcgrann, MD
4950 South Minnesota Avenue
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57108
Dermatology
Dr. Anastasios A Pappas, MD
4950 South Minnesota Avenue
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57108
Dermatology
Dr. Sarah K Sarbacker, MD
4950 South Minnesota Avenue
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57108
Dermatology
Dr. Robin S Weiner, MD
1310 West 22nd Street
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57105
Dermatology
Dr. Marc A Green, MD
1310 West 22nd Street
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57105
Dermatology
Dr. William C Brunner, MD
1310 West 22nd Street
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57105
Dermatology
Dr. Gene F Burrish, MD
1310 West 22nd Street
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57105
Dermatology
Dr. David A Shields, MD
1310 West 22nd Street
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57105
Dermatology
Dr. Michael A Mcconnell, MD
1310 West 22nd Street
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57105
Dermatology
Dr. Brian D Knutson, MD
116 West 69th Street Suite 100
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57108
Dermatology
Dr. Renee M Siegmann, MD
4301 Mow Way Road
Fort Sill, Oklahoma 73503
Dermatology
Dr. Michelle R Wanna, MD
1 Hospital Drive
Columbia, Missouri 65212
Dermatology
South Dakota Rheumatologists
Dr. Robert C Wisco, MD
575 North Sioux Point Road
Dakota Dunes, South Dakota 57049
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Cynthia Weaver, MD
2820 Mount Rushmore Road
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. James A Engelbrecht, MD
7220 South Highway 16
Rapid City, South Dakota 57702
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Ricardo E Alvillar, MD
2820 Mount Rushmore Road
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Ricardo E Alvillar, MD
2820 Mount Rushmore Road
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Joseph J Fanciullo, MD
1100 East 21st Street Suite 300
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57105
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Philip J Eckhoff, MD
1210 West 18th Street
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Christine S Halligan, MD
1100 East 21st Street Suite 300
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57105
Rheumatology
Dr. Kara L Petersen, MD
1100 East 21st Street Suite 300
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57105
Rheumatology