Accutane Ulcerative Colitis
Accutane, a medication prescribed to help with severe acne has been linked to several serious side effects including ulcerative colitis, a type of inflammatory bowel disease that comes with devastating and life altering consequences. Ulcerative colitis is a chronic medical condition of the gastrointestinal tract that causes inflammation and ulcers.
Accutane ulcerative colitis can come on gradually after several months or years of using Accutane or it can be immediate. If you have developed ulcerative colitis while taking Accutane, or after taking Accutane then you may be eligible for financial compensation for your pain, mental anguish and financial struggle. Contact Pearson, Randall & Schumacher P.A. for a free consultation with an experienced attorney at1-800-774-0757.
Understanding Ulcerative Colitis and Accutane
Ulcerative colitis can be broken into four separate medical conditions. Ulcerative proctotis involves rectal pain and bleeding and occurs when the disease is located only in the rectum. Left sided colitis occurs when the inflammation of the rectum stretches up the left side of the colon. Symptoms of left sided colitis include weight loss, bleeding and abdominal pain. Pancolitis affects the entire colon and includes diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss, abdominal pain and sweating. Fulminate colitis also affects the entire colon and includes symptoms of severe pain and diarrhea as well as dehydration and weight loss. Fulminant colitis the most severe case of ulcerative colitis and can lead to a rupture of the colon and toxic release into the body.
Accutane Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms
If you are taking or have taken Accutane and develop any of the following side effects, then consult your doctor immediately. If left untreated, ulcerative colitis can be fatal. Early symptoms of ulcerative colitis include:
- Abdominal sounds (gurgling or splashing in the intestinal area)
- Feeling of urgency or an inability to move the bowels despite an urge to do so
- Fever
- Rectal bleeding
- Rectal pain
- Severe diarrhea that may be bloody or filled with mucus
- Stomach cramping on the left side of the body
- Unintended weight loss
- Vomiting
Complications of Accutane Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis comes with several emotionally crippling side effects as well. You may feel like you have lost control of your body and have trouble continuing on with normal activities. You may have trouble getting out of bed or making it to the toilet. You may be unable to work, unable to play with your kids and unable to support your family. You may become depressed and lose your quality of life.
Accutane Ulcerative Colitis Treatment
Ulcerative colitis can result in crippling pain and several medications and surgeries to correct the problem. Although there is no known cure, you may be treated with anti inflammatory drugs such as corticosteroids, immune system suppressors such as mercaptopurine, laxatives, iron supplements and in extreme cases, surgery such as proctocolectomy in which the entire colon and rectum are removed. Top of Form
Accutane Attorney Legal Advice
At Pearson, Randall & Schumacher P.A. we represent the interests of our clients after suffering serious Accutane ulcerative colitis. To move forward with a claim, your attorneys must understand the medical, legal and scientific issues associated with handling an Accutane injury case. Pearson, Randall & Schumacher P.A. is dedicated to ensuring that you receive the medical treatment and rehabilitative care you need and the compensation you deserve. Please call 612-767-7500, or Toll Free at 1-800-774-0757, or e-mail attorneys@prslegal.com to consult with one of our attorneys about your Accutane ulcerative colitis case.