NSF lawsuit West Virginia – symptoms like scleroderma – skin thickening, hardening, swelling, swollen fingers and hands. Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis.
Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis Lawsuit West Virginia
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.
West Virginia Dermatologists
Dr. Michelle L Endicott, DO
500 Poplar Street SUITE 301
South Charleston, West Virginia 25309
Dermatology
Dr. Gregory T Lagos, DO
607 Chestnut Street
South Charleston, West Virginia 25309
Dermatology
Dr. Stephen K Milroy, MD
3100 Maccorkle Avenue South East Suite 809
Charleston, West Virginia 25304
Dermatology
Dr. Kimberly L Skaff, MD
4502 Maccorkle Avenue South East Suite A
Charleston, West Virginia 25304
Dermatology
Dr. Harry R Reynolds, MD
3100 Maccorkle Avenue South East Suite 302
Charleston, West Virginia 25304
Dermatology
Dr. Donald E Farmer, MD
3100 Maccorkle Avenue South East Suite 810
Charleston, West Virginia 25304
Dermatology
Dr. Richard A Hawkins, MD
5003a Venable Avenue
Charleston, West Virginia 25304
Dermatology
Dr. Kimberly L Skaff, MD
4502 Maccorkle Avenue South East
Charleston, West Virginia 25304
Dermatology
Dr. Susan C Touma, MD
422 Kinetic Drive Suite B
Huntington, West Virginia 25701
Dermatology
Dr. Elaine M Young, MD
1411 6th Avenue
Huntington, West Virginia 25701
Dermatology
Dr. Nazem Abraham, MD
422 Kinetic Drive
Huntington, West Virginia 25701
Dermatology
Dr. Sandra E Marshall, MD
5170 Us Route 60
Huntington, West Virginia 25705
Dermatology
Dr. Elaine M Young, MD
1411 6th Avenue
Huntington, West Virginia 25701
Dermatology
Dr. Gregory Ganzer, DO
2101 Chapline Street
Wheeling, West Virginia 26003
Dermatology
Dr. Roya O Javid, MD
1038 Market Street
Wheeling, West Virginia 26003
Dermatology
Surgery – Other
Dr. Gary A Ganzer, MD
58 16th Street
Wheeling, West Virginia 26003
Dermatology
Dr. Richard C Geary, DO
1038 Market Street
Wheeling, West Virginia 26003
Dermatology
Dr. Alan M Ruben, MD
1038 Market Street
Wheeling, West Virginia 26003
Dermatology
Dr. Nelson E Velazquez, DO
94 Brookshire Lane
Beckley, West Virginia 25801
Dermatology
Dr. William D Mclean, MD
404 Carriage Drive
Beckley, West Virginia 25801
Dermatology
West Virginia Rheumatologists
Local Rheumatologists
Dr. Michael A Istfan, MD
500 Donnally Street Suite 303
Charleston, West Virginia 25301
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Suzanne L Gharib, MD
331 Laidley Street Suite 504
Charleston, West Virginia 25301
Dr. Thomas W Howard, MD
100 Tracy Way
Charleston, West Virginia 25311
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. John W Byrd, MD
3100 Maccorkle Avenue South East Suite 811
Charleston, West Virginia 25304
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Siwat Kiratiseavee, MD
208 Maccorkle Avenue South East
Charleston, West Virginia 25314
Allergy & Immunology
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Brian D Houston, MD
1199 Van Voorhis Road Suite 5
Morgantown, West Virginia 26505
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Colleen M Watkins, MD
1 Stadium Drive
Morgantown, West Virginia 26507
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. James E Brick, MD
1 Stadium Drive
Morgantown, West Virginia 26506
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Jo Ann A Hornsby, MD
1 Stadium Drive
Morgantown, West Virginia 26506
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Jo A Allen-Hornsby, MD
1 Stadium Drive
Morgantown, West Virginia 26505
Rheumatology
Dr. Gurpreet S Brar, MD
600 18th Street Suite 302
Parkersburg, West Virginia 26101
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Siwat Kiratiseavee, MD
208 Maccorkle Avenue South East
Charleston, West Virginia 25314
Allergy & Immunology
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Dr. Leah M Triplett, DO
400 Division Street Suite 10
South Charleston, West Virginia 25309
Rheumatology
Dr. Haritha Narla, MD
29 Hospital Plaza
Weston, West Virginia 26452
Rheumatology