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Raptiva Lymphoma Lawsuit

The National Psoriasis Foundation reports that nearly 7.5 million Americans live with Psoriasis and of those, 60% report that the condition presents a large problem in their everyday life. There is currently no cure for this condition. However, there is hope with many studies being conducted every day. Thanks to strides made in medicine, a variety of treatments are now available for this condition. But what happens when these treatments lead to another condition? What if it leads to a disease that’s cancerous?

If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with lymphoma after taking Raptiva, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact a product liability attorney in your local area today.

Lymphoma is a serious condition that requires constant treatment. New medications and even invasive surgery could be required. It should be noted that even with treatment, Lymphoma may not be curable. The Federal Drug Administration recently updated the warnings on Raptiva to reflect the potential of being diagnosed with lymphoma while or after taking Raptiva. Lymphoma is a cancer that affects the body in the following ways:

• High Fever
• Extreme Weight Loss
• Poor Appetite
• Constant Exhaustion
• Itchiness
• Dark Patches on Skin
• Redness

Raptiva is a drug manufactured by Genentech, INC and approved by the Federal Drug Administration as a treatment for Psoriasis. The drug reduces the more troubling and irritating symptoms of psoriasis significantly by suppressing the immune system. Of course, the immune system is important for fighting illness and staving off nasty infection. In some patients there may be a link to serious potential side effects. Among the more serious conditions is the risk of being diagnosed with lymphoma.

When a patient takes a drug to treat a condition, they trust that they are putting their hard earned money and confidence into a manufacturer and an administration that puts the drug through rigorous testing. While all drugs have their side effects, they should never put a patient at risk for having something worse than they already have. Aside from the physical and emotional trauma this could cause a patient, Bills and new medication could add up quickly and make it difficult for a patient to keep their head above water.

If you or someone you love is experiencing adverse side effects from taking Raptiva, you may be eligible for compensation. Contact a product liability attorney in your local area today.