Byetta® Chronic Pancreatitis
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Potentially fatal if left untreated, pancreatitis results in severe inflammation of the pancreas, intense back pain and fever. Patient reports suggest a potential link between Byetta® and an increased risk of pancreatitis.
Risk Factors for Byetta® Pancreatitis
Byetta® patients with the highest risk of developing some form of pancreatitis include those with a history of:
- digestive disorders
- kidney disorders
- stomach problems (including gastroparesis).
Similarly, some lifestyle choices – such as consuming alcohol – can also increase Byetta® patients' risk of developing pancreatitis. To date, nearly 40 Byetta® patients have reported developing pancreatitis after using this medication.
Minimizing the Risk of Byetta® Pancreatitis
To minimize the chances of developing severe Byetta® medication side effects, it's vital that prospective Byetta® patients:
- Discuss their complete medical history with their doctors before starting a course of Byetta® drugs
- Understand the types and symptoms of possible Byetta® side effects
- Seek emergency medical treatment, should they develop pancreatitis symptoms
Pancreatitis symptoms can include:
- abdominal pain
- chills
- fever
- nausea
- rapid heart beat
- swelling and tenderness in the abdomen
- vomiting
- worse pain after eating or when lying down
Byetta® and Chronic Pancreatitis
When acute (sudden-onset pancreatitis) is left untreated, it can cause patients to develop chronic (long-term) pancreatitis.
The inflammation associated with chronic pancreatitis causes recurring, severe pancreatic swelling over a period of weeks, months and/or years, depending on the severity of the condition.
While the symptoms of chronic pancreatitis are the same as those for general forms of pancreatitis (listed above), additional symptoms can include:
- anemia
- bleeding
- digestion problems
- nutritional deficiencies
- jaundice
- liver problems.
Byetta® Pancreatitis Lawsuits
Given that pancreatitis can be fatal, Byetta® patients who develop any type of pancreatitis should:
- Seek emergency medical care upon first noticing pancreatitis symptoms.
- Follow through with all prescribed long-term care.
- Meet with a personal injury lawyer that specializes in cases involving Byetta® injuries, once their health is stable, to find out if they are eligible for compensation via a Byetta® lawsuit.
To encourage injured individuals to pursue their deserved compensations, most experienced Byetta® lawyers offer free consultations and work on contingency.
If You Believe You Have Been Injured by Byetta®
If you think you may have been harmed by a Byetta® treatment, contact us today to talk to an experienced Byetta® attorney and learn more about your legal rights.
