Injured by HRT? Find Out if You Qualify for a Prempro Lawsuit.
For women who are going through menopause, are
post-menopausal, or have had hysterectomies, the biggest threat is not
necessarily the symptoms, but the reduced estrogen levels in their bodies. In
fact, the biggest threat may be the estrogen hormone replacement therapy, or
HRT. The sad fact is that, in trying to relieve many of the painful issues that
are associated with reduced hormone levels, women are sometimes subjected to
HRT that, along with potentially relieving these symptoms, can lead to
life-threatening injury. The problem has become so common that several women
have filed, and won, a Prempro lawsuit. Reduced levels of the hormone estrogen can lead to some very
troubling ailments in women, and can span a very wide spectrum. Some are merely
annoying, while others are very painful. Here’s a brief list of signs that may
lead women to seek the type of HRT that may be addressed in a Prempro lawsuit: - Hot and cold flashes
- Erratic mood swings
- Irregular periods
- Vaginal dryness
- Anxiety
- Aching joints and
tendons
- Dizziness
- Hair loss
- Muscle tension
- Tingling in the
extremities
An HRT relieves these symptoms by increasing the amount of
hormone within the body. Perhaps the most common, which has lead to more than
one Prempro lawsuit, is Premarin, a drug created by isolating estrogen in the
concentrated urine of pregnant mares (female horses). This drug, which is
manufactured and marketed by Wyeth, a giant pharmaceutical company that is now
a part of Pfizer, has been distributed under several names, including These drugs can come in pill, IV, or vaginal cream forms. While relief from the symptoms described above may sound
appealing, the cures and treatments carry an increased risk for many very
painful issues. The most extreme side effect cited is actually the development
of cancer. Unfortunately, the brand name is irrelevant in these cases. Many
clinicians believe that all HRT designed to increase the level of estrogen in
the body may eventually cause life-threatening ailments. Of course, not all women will experience this extreme
reaction. Many women do respond well to the treatment, or exhibit relatively
mild side effects. Some of these less severe issues can include: - Vaginal bleeding
- Jaundice
- Migraine headaches
- Concentration problems
- Nausea and vomiting
- Breast pain
- Vaginal dryness
- Dramatic weight and
appetite changes
If you are currently taking any hormone replacement therapy,
be very careful to note any changes in the way you feel and act. If you
experience any consistent or painful changes, be sure to contact your doctor,
physician, or other health care professional immediately to schedule an exam.
After the exam, if your doctor agrees that your ailment may have been caused by
the HRT, contact a Prempro lawyer ,
and find out your rights. You may be eligible to join or begin a personal
injury lawsuit against the drug company that manufactured the HRT.
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