Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis Lawsuit Hawaii

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.

Hawaii Dermatologists
Dr. William K Wong, MD
99 128 Aiea Heights Drive SUITE 703
Aiea, Hawaii 96701
Dermatology

Dr. Elizabeth H Foley, MD
99 128 Aiea Heights Drive Suite 110
Aiea, Hawaii 96701
Dermatology

Dr. Jenifer C Fong, MD
98 151 Pali Momi Street SUITE 152
Aiea, Hawaii 96701
Dermatology

Dr. Paul S Takiguchi, MD
98 1079 Moanalua Road Suite 550
Aiea, Hawaii 96701
Dermatology

Dr. Wayne H Fujita, MD
99 128 Aiea Heights Drive Suite 401
Aiea, Hawaii 96701
Dermatology

Dr. Timothy H Hagino, MD
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Dermatology

Dr. Stella S Matsuda, MD
1481 South King Street Suite 503
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Dermatology
Internal Medicine

Dr. Linda E Fancher, MD
1010 South King Street Suite 220
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Dermatology

Dr. Milton J Ackerman, MD
1150 South King Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Dermatology

Dr. Carla Nip-Sakamoto, MD
1329 Lusitana Street Suite 109
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Dermatology

Dr. Joseph Mckinlay, MD
1003 Bishop Street SUITE 380
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Dermatology

Dr. William K Wong, MD
99 128 Aiea Heights Drive SUITE 703
Aiea, Hawaii 96701
Dermatology

Dr. Kevin L Dawson, MD
1380 Lusitana Street Suite 412
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Dermatology

Dr. Frederick A Harada, MD
1380 Lusitana Street Suite 909
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Dermatology

Dr. Jay Grekin, MD
7192 Kalanianaole Highway
Honolulu, Hawaii 96825
Dermatology

Dr. Janice Matsunaga, MD
1329 Lusitana Street Suite 507
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Dermatology

Dr. Suzanne P Kaneshiro, MD
405 North Kuakini Street Suite 1110
Honolulu, Hawaii 96817
Dermatology

Dr. Douglas Johnson, MD
1380 Lusitana Street Suite 401
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Dermatology

Dr. Glenn T Bessinger, MD
1029 Kapahulu Avenue Suite 305
Honolulu, Hawaii 96816
Dermatology
Surgery – Other

Dr. Norman Goldstein, MD
550 South Beretania Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Dermatology

Dr. Kevin J Mott, MD
500 Ala Moana Boulevard Suite 4 470
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Dermatology

Dr. Paul I Sunahara, MD
321 North Kuakini Street Suite 610
Honolulu, Hawaii 96817
Dermatology

Dr. Jenny L Stone, MD
888 South King Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Dermatology

Dr. John D Boyer, MD
1329 Lusitana Street Suite 207
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Dermatology

Dr. Lois Y Matsuoka, MD
1010 South King Street SUITE 111
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Dermatology

Dr. Randall T Mita, MD
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Dermatology

Local Dermatologists
Dr. Philip D Hellreich, MD
40 Aulike Street Suite 311
Kailua, Hawaii 96734
Dermatology

Dr. Julie R Kenner, MD
642 Ulukahiki Street Suite 104
Kailua, Hawaii 96734
Dermatology

Dr. John D Boyer, MD
1329 Lusitana Street Suite 207
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Dermatology

Dr. Douglas M Keel, DO
111 Hekili Street
Kailua, Hawaii 96734
Dermatology

Local Dermatologists
Dr. Gary Salenger, MD
2180 Main Street
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
Dermatology

Dr. Jac D Marden, MD
99 South Market Street Suite 206
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
Dermatology

Dr. Jennifer T Haley, MD
480 Central Avenue
Pearl Harbor, Hawaii 96860
Dermatology

Dr. Klaus D Rennert, MD
480 Central Avenue
Pearl Harbor, Hawaii 96860
Dermatology
Hawaii Rheumatologists

Dr. Alan N Oki, MD
98 1079 Moanalua Road SUITE 300
Aiea, Hawaii 96701
Dr. Ken C Arakawa, MD
1329 Lusitana Street Suite 206
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Ken C Arakawa, MD
1329 Lusitana Street Suite 206
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. David L John, MD
1329 Lusitana Street Suite 804
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Kristine M Uramoto, MD
377 Keahole Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96825
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Alan N Oki, MD
98 1079 Moanalua Road SUITE 300
Aiea, Hawaii 96701
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Denny A Nakayama, MD
321 North Kuakini Street Suite 814
Honolulu, Hawaii 96817
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Mohamed M Aboyoussef, MD
888 South King Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Panu Limpisvasti, MD
1520 Liliha Street Suite 701
Honolulu, Hawaii 96817
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Dennis W Boulware, MD
3288 Moanalua Road
Honolulu, Hawaii 96819
Rheumatology

Dr. James Mckoy, MD
2828 Paa Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96819
Pain Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Mary A Antonelli, MD
1301 Punchbowl Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Rheumatology

Dr. Alberto S Santos-ocampo, MD
888 South King Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Eiichi Furuta, MD
1441 Kapiolani Boulevard Suite 2000
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Arthur Wong, MD
1314 South King Street Suite 709
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Scott T Kawamoto, MD
550 South Beretania Street SUITE 514
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Janice K Zane, MD
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Kelly M Wachi, MD
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, Iowa 52242
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Jakob Ulfarsson, MD
3288 Moanalua Road
Honolulu, Hawaii 96819
Rheumatology

Dr. Sudumpai Jarukitsopa, MD
1356 Lusitana Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Charles R Mills, MD
3 3420 Kuhio Highway
Lihue, Hawaii 96766
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. David R Finger, MD
1 Jarrett White Road
Tripler Army Medical Center, Hawaii 96859
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

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