NSF lawsuit Vermont – symptoms like scleroderma – skin thickening, hardening, swelling, swollen fingers and hands. Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis.
Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis Lawsuit Vermont
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.
Vermont Dermatologists
Dr. Steven R Partilo, MD
368 Dorset Street Suite 2
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
Dermatology
Gender
Dr. Glenn D Goldman, MD
111 Colchester Avenue
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Dermatology
Dr. Paul A Krusinski, MD
111 Colchester Avenue
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Dermatology
Dr. Jamie Alpert, MD
111 Colchester Avenue
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Dermatology
Dr. Angela S Casey, MD
111 Colchester Avenue
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Dermatology
Dr. Todd E Holmes, MD
111 Colchester Avenue
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Dermatology
Dr. Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD
Po Box 1063
Burlington, Vermont 05402
Dermatology
Dr. Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD
1 Medical Center Drive
Lebanon, New Hampshire 03756
Dermatology
Dr. Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD
111 Colchester Avenue
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Dermatology
Vermont Rheumatologists
Dr. Chi Chi Lau, MD
111 Colchester Avenue
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Sheldon M Cooper, MD
111 Colchester Avenue
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Edward J Leib, MD
111 Colchester Avenue
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Douglas Dier, MD
98 Allen Street
Rutland, Vermont 05701
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Kevin D Kerin, MD
215 North Main Street
White River Junction, Vermont 05009
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Thomas H Taylor, MD
215 North Main Street
White River Junction, Vermont 05009
Infectious Disease Medicine
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Karen Nepveu, MD
245 South Parks Drive Suite 5
Colchester, Vermont 05446
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology