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Accutane is known to cause a number of seriously debilitating side effects – some of which affect the intestines, colon and other digestive organs. In addition to causing inflammatory bowel disorder (IBD), Accutane has also been reported to cause ischemic colitis, swelling and injury affecting the large intestine and the colon due to inadequate blood flow. Although many cases of ischemic colitis are curable with the right treatments, in some cases, untreated conditions can cause severe health complications, including colon cancer, gangrene (tissue death) and peritonitis (severe abdominal infection).
If you or a loved one develops ischemic colitis after taking Accutane, you may be entitled to seek compensation for your injuries and losses. Contact our law offices for more information.
Ischemic colitis is not the only type of bowel disease that Accutane has been reported to cause. Along with ischemic colitis, Accutane may also cause two types of inflammatory bowel disease:
The most common set symptoms associated with any Accutane bowel disease affects a person's bowel movements. Specifically, symptoms may include:
Additional symptoms may include abdominal pain, fever, nausea and vomiting. Accutane patients who begin to develop any of the above symptoms should seek immediate medical attention.
Accutane patients who develop ischemic colitis – or any serious Accutane side effect, for that matter – can be eligible for a sizable settlement. Prospective plaintiffs should meet with an experienced Accutane lawyer to get their case started. To date, more than $30 million in compensation has been awarded to patients who have developed some type of bowel-related disease while taking Accutane.
If you would like to discuss your specific circumstances with an attorney who has knowledge about Accutane related injuries, contact an expert Accutane attorney today.
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