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Approved by the FDA in June 2006, Gardasil is a vaccine that can protect women from contracting the human papillomavirus (HPV) for up to 4 years. HPV is responsible for causing:

• 70 percent of cervical cancer cases
• 90 percent of genital warts cases.

In the U.S., Gardasil is currently only approved for use in females between 9 and 26 years old (Researchers are still evaluating whether Gardasil vaccines are safe and effective for use in men and in women over 27 years old).

Merck & Co., the makers of Gardasil, have purported that this HPV vaccine has minimal, if any, side effects. Recently, however, Gardasil has been associated with some severely adverse reactions and up to 8 deaths.

Females injured after receiving Gardasil, as well as families of deceased Gardasil patients, should meet with an experienced Gardasil lawyer to learn more about their legal rights and find out if they are entitled to a settlement for their losses.

Serious Side Effects of Gardasil

Severe Gardasil side effects may include:

• Bells Palsy, facial paralysis
• blood clots (If left untreated, blood clots can result in potentially fatal complications, including heart attack, stroke and pulmonary embolism.)
• epilepsy
• Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a nervous system disease that can eventually cause severe weakness and paralysis
• miscarriage
• severe allergic reaction (Symptoms of severe allergic reaction will develop within 15 minutes of receiving a Gardasil injection).

To date, over 3,400 American women have reported developing adverse reactions to Gardasil. Of these, 1.4 percent experienced life-threatening complications, and about 1,400 required hospitalization.

Gardasil: Other Negative Side Effects

In most cases, Gardasil only causes minor side effects that typically dissipate within a week of receiving the vaccine. Milder Gardasil side effects may include:

• cough, sore throat or runny nose
• diarrhea
• dizziness
• fainting
• fatigue
• injection site pain, inflammation, itchiness or redness
• joint or muscle pain
• mild fever
• nausea and/or vomiting
• upset stomach.

Fainting is the most common Gardasil side effect. Consequently, healthcare professionals will monitor females who have just received Gardasil for about 15 minutes after the injection.

Following Gardasil Side Effects…

It's vital that injured women:

• Seek emergency medical care to prevent further complications and, in the worst cases, save their lives.
• Follow through with all prescribed treatments for the best chances of recovery.
• Meet with a Gardasil lawyer to find out if they have a legal claim against Merck & Co.

During a free initial consultation, prospective plaintiffs can get an expert evaluation of their case, as well as advice regarding the best manner in which they should proceed with their Gardasil lawsuit.

Those who decide to stand up for their legal rights can win compensation for their:

• past hospital bills
• ongoing treatment costs
• lost wages
• permanent disabilities
• future costs of living (should permanent disabilities prevent patients from earning a living)
• pain and suffering.

Have you or a loved one been injured after receiving a Gardasil vaccine? If so, contact an experienced Gardasil lawyer who can evaluate your claim and help you win the compensation you deserve.