Valsartan Lawsuit Update – Forbes Advisor – Technologist

NDMA and NDEA are carcinogens. That means they increase the likelihood of getting cancer when ingested. Unsurprisingly, the majority of Valsartan claims and lawsuits have been made by people who were diagnosed with one of several types of cancer that are associated with these carcinogens.

Bladder Cancer Claims

A study in the National Library of Medicine found that exposure to NMAs (including NDMA and NDEA) increased the likelihood of tumors in the bladders of rats and hamsters. This type of cancer can appear in men or women, though it is more likely to develop in men.

It is highly treatable if discovered early. However, if not treated, like any type of cancer, it can metastasize and spread throughout the body. Common symptoms of bladder cancer are painful and frequent urination (possibly with blood) and back pain.

Colorectal Cancer Claims

More commonly known as colon cancer, colorectal cancer starts as polyps forming inside the colon. Unfortunately, the polyps don’t usually cause symptoms, which means people might not be aware they have them until they have evolved into cancer.

Once these polyps become cancerous, patients may experience:

• Rectal bleeding
• Gas, pain or belly discomfort
• Fatigue
• Significant weight loss
• Frequent diarrhea

These symptoms can have a significant impact on the quality of life of the victim and will often require a lifetime of medical care.

Liver Cancer Claims

According to Mayo Clinic, liver cancer often forms in another part of the body and spreads to the liver after it metastasizes. However, liver cancer can also form due to carcinogens like those found in the contaminated Valsartan.

People suffering from liver cancer are at greater risk of cirrhosis and several types of hepatitis infections. Even when this type of cancer isn’t fatal, it can have severe side effects like nausea and vomiting, and treatment may require partial removal of the liver.

Stomach Cancer Claims

The good news for stomach cancer is that it is relatively likely to respond to treatment if it is discovered early before it has spread to other organs. The bad news is that it is often found after it has advanced and become much more resistant to a cure. Claims involving stomach cancer could require years, if not a lifetime, of treatment.

Liver Injury Claims

There is one type of non-cancerous condition associated with NMAs. Some claimants have suffered liver failure that may be associated with these contaminated drugs. While not all liver injuries make people eligible to file a lawsuit, individuals who require surgery because of these injuries have been added to the Consumer Economic Loss class.