Delayed Kidney Diagnosis Lawsuit

A delayed diagnosis of kidney disease can have devastating consequences, including irreversible kidney damage, the need for dialysis, cardiovascular complications, kidney failure, and even premature death. When healthcare providers fail to timely diagnose or treat kidney disease, patients may suffer unnecessarily, and their quality of life can be severely impacted. If you or a loved one has experienced harm due to a delayed kidney diagnosis, you may have grounds for a delayed kidney diagnosis lawsuit, and Phillips Law Group may be able to help.

Kidney Disease Symptoms

Kidney disease often progresses silently in its early stages, making timely diagnosis critical.

“In the early stages of chronic kidney disease, you might have few signs or symptoms,” the Mayo Clinic reports. “You might not realize that you have kidney disease until the condition is advanced.”

According to the medical center, loss of kidney function may cause the following symptoms:

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Fatigue and weakness
  • Sleep problems
  • Urinating more or less
  • Decreased mental sharpness
  • Muscle cramps
  • Swelling of feet and ankles
  • Dry, itchy skin
  • High blood pressure (hypertension) that’s hard to control
  • Shortness of breath, if fluid builds up in the lungs
  • Chest pain, if fluid builds up around the lining of the heart

“Early detection might help prevent kidney disease from progressing to kidney failure,” the clinic notes.

Unfortunately, sometimes these signs are overlooked or misattributed to other conditions. Diagnostic tools like blood tests, urine tests, and imaging studies are essential for detecting kidney disease early. When healthcare providers fail to order these tests, misinterpret results, or neglect to monitor at-risk patients, they may be liable for your delayed kidney diagnosis.

Delayed Kidney Diagnosis Cases

Delayed diagnosis can lead to advanced stages of kidney disease, where treatment options become limited. Patients may face lifelong dialysis, kidney transplants, or even premature death. These outcomes may be preventable with proper medical care, and families should not bear the financial and emotional burden of a provider’s failure to act.

At Phillips Law Group, our experienced attorneys understand the complex medical and legal issues involved in these cases. We will work closely with medical experts to investigate your claim, determine if negligence occurred, and fight for the compensation you deserve. This may include damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and long-term care needs.

If you suspect that a delayed kidney diagnosis has harmed you or a loved one, please don’t wait to seek legal advice. Contact our firm today for a free, no-obligation, confidential consultation.

Let us help you pursue justice and secure the resources needed to move forward. Call 602-222-2222 to learn more now.

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