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NuvaRing Injuries

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Made by Organon, NuvaRing is a vaginal contraceptive ring that has been available to women in 32 countries (including the U.S., Australia and the Netherlands) since 2001. By slowly releasing estrogen over a three-week period, NuvaRing is over 98 percent effective at preventing pregnancy, when used properly. However, despite its high degree of effectiveness, NuvaRing has been reported to cause a variety of mild to serious injuries, the worst of which have resulted in death.

To date, women affected by NuvaRing injuries have filed over 50 personal injury lawsuits against Organon. Experts expect that many more such lawsuits will be filed in the coming year, as more and more affected women become aware of NuvaRing's potentially fatal side effects.

Serious NuvaRing Injuries

While NuvaRing can cause some mild side effects, including headache, weight gain and cramping, for some women, the complications of using NuvaRing will be far more serious.

Some of the most serious NuvaRing injuries include:

• stroke
• blood clots
• heart attack
• deep vein thrombosis (a condition in which blood clots block proper circulation in the body's deep veins – particularly in the legs)
• pulmonary embolism (a condition in which blood clots travel to the lungs and dangerously impair breathing)
• severe allergic reaction (which is typically marked by difficulty breathing, facial inflammation and painful skin rashes)

Women who are over 35-years old, who have a history of the above conditions and/or who smoke have the highest risk of developing serious NuvaRing injuries.

Preventing Severe NuvaRing Injuries

Because some women will naturally have higher chances of developing serious NuvaRing injuries, it's vital that anyone thinking of starting a NuvaRing regimen thoroughly discuss the pros and cons of using this contraceptive device with her doctor. Women who possess some of the risk factors associated with NuvaRing injuries are advised to seek out other methods of birth control.

For those who choose to start using NuvaRing, it's crucial that they fully understand the symptoms of NuvaRing injuries. This will help them recognize potential NuvaRing complications early on, allowing them to get immediate medical care as soon as they develop NuvaRing injuries.

After Experiencing NuvaRing Injuries

Affected women should immediately discontinue use of NuvaRing and should seek emergency medical care to prevent further health complications. The precise treatment needed will depend on the type and severity of the NuvaRing injury that has developed.

In most cases, however, women will need some type of anti-coagulant medication to break up harmful blood clots. Surgery and long-term rehabilitation may be needed in more serious cases of NuvaRing injuries.

Recovering Compensation for NuvaRing Injuries

Once an afflicted patient has stabilized her health, she should also meet with an experienced NuvaRing lawyer to evaluate whether she has a provable legal claim against Organon. These initial legal consultations are typically free, as experienced personal injury attorneys want to encourage affected NuvaRing users to pursue their cases.

By following through with a personal injury lawsuit, women who have suffered NuvaRing injuries will get the money they need to pay for medical bills, ongoing treatments and living expenses. Similarly, NuvaRing settlements will also compensate affected individuals for their metal anguish and emotional pain and suffering.

Have you or a loved one suffered NuvaRing injuries? If so, contact us today to schedule a private consultation with an experienced NuvaRing attorney who will thoroughly evaluate your situation and fight to ensure you receive the compensation you need and deserve.

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