Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis Lawsuit Utah

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).

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.

Utah Dermatologists
Dr. Kristina P Callis, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Dermatology
Internal Medicine

Dr. Don L Reese, MD
1377 East 3900 South Suite 200
Salt Lake City, Utah 84124
Dermatology

Dr. Wendy L Matis, MD
710 East 200 South Suite 1B
Salt Lake City, Utah 84102
Dermatology

Dr. John L Bezzant, MD
30 North 1900 East Suite 4B454
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Dermatology

Dr. Sheryll L Vanderhooft, MD
100 Wasatch Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84112
Dermatology

Dr. Rustin R Ross, MD
333 South 900 East
Salt Lake City, Utah 84102
Dermatology

Dr. Douglas L Powell, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Dermatology

Dr. Ivan D Flint, MD
1250 East 3900 South Suite 450
Slc, Utah 84124
Dermatology

Dr. Christopher M Hull, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Dermatology

Dr. Glen M Bowen, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Dermatology
Surgery – Other

Dr. Nancy J Samolitis, MD
3918 Long Beach Boulevard SUITE 200
Long Beach, California 90807
Dermatology

Dr. Dee M Rasmussen, MD
333 South 900 East
Salt Lake City, Utah 84102
Dermatology

Dr. Sancy A Leachman, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Dermatology

Dr. C D Hansen, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Dermatology

Dr. Richard H Odell, MD
1345 East 3900 South
Salt Lake City, Utah 84124
Dermatology

Dr. Payam Tristani-firouzi, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Dermatology

Dr. Marc N Sanders, MD
2000 South 900 East
Salt Lake City, Utah 84105
Dermatology

Dr. Gerald G Krueger, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Dermatology

Dr. Bradley K Summers, MD
550 East 1400 North Suite R
Logan, Utah 84341
Dermatology

Dr. Michael L Hadley, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Dermatology

Dr. Larry E Urry, MD
4403 Harrison Boulevard SUITE 2635
Ogden, Utah 84403
Dermatology
Internal Medicine

Dr. Julie A Maughan, MD
6028 South Ridgeline Drive Suite 200
Ogden, Utah 84405
Dermatology

Dr. Stephen T Thomson, MD
6028 South Ridgeline Drive Suite 102
Ogden, Utah 84405
Dermatology

Dr. Robert L Orme, MD
11760 South 700 East SUITE 210
Draper, Utah 84020
Dermatology

Dr. Paul E Harrison, MD
10011 Centennial Parkway Suite 200
Sandy, Utah 84070
Dermatology

Dr. Karen R Stolman, MD
9500 South 1300 East
Sandy, Utah 84094
Dermatology

Dr. Bernard Simbari, MD
870 East 9400 South Suite 109
Sandy, Utah 84094
Dermatology

Utah Rheumatologists
Dr. Don L Stromquist, MD
154 Myrtle Avenue SUITE 204
Murray, Utah 84107
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Steven J Anderson, MD
1151 East 3900 South
Salt Lake City, Utah 84124
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Karla L Miller, MD
30 North 1900 East
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Rheumatology

Dr. Daniel O Clegg, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Shruti B Sanghvi, MD
333 South 900 East
Salt Lake City, Utah 84102
Rheumatology

Dr. David J Shaskey, MD
1160 East 3900 South Suite 1000
Salt Lake City, Utah 84124
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Sean E Mcmillan, MD
154 Myrtle Avenue SUITE 204
Murray, Utah 84107
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Sara J Andersen, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Tracy M Frech, MD
50 Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Internal Medicine
Pediatrics
Rheumatology

Dr. Michael J Battistone, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Grant W Cannon, MD
500 Foothill Boulevard
Salt Lake City, Utah 84148
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Richard S Boyer, MD
100 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84113
Diagnostic Radiology
Internal Medicine
Neuroradiology
Pediatric Radiology
Rheumatology

Dr. Gary A Kunkel, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Clyde J Bench, MD
333 South 900 East
Salt Lake City, Utah 84102
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Allen D Sawitzke, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Christopher G Jackson, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Sara J Anderson, MD
50 Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Rheumatology

Dr. Stephanie B Silas, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Howard J Williams, MD
50 North Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Dr. Corey W Walker, MD
1350 North 500 East
Logan, Utah 84341
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
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