Primary Pulmonary Hypertension -
PPH LAWSUIT INFORMATION
PPH Lawyer
website provides information on primary pulmonary hypertension, causes of pph, primary pulmonary hypertension
symptom, sleep apnea and pph, treatment of primary pulmonary hypertension,
prognosis and diagnosis of primary pulmonary hypertension, causes of pph including
Fen - Phen Diet Drugs( Pondimin, fenfluramine, Redux & Dexfenfluramine AND phentermine
), ephedrine alkaloids from the chinese herb ephedra (mahuang),Doctors
that treat primary pulmonary hypertension and information about you legal
rights for damages in a PPH Lawsuit & other Legal Actions for the PPH
Survivor and their family.
CAN EPHEDRA CAUSE PRIMARY PULMONARY
HYPERTENSION ( PPH ) ?
Since Spring of 2004, ephedra
containing herbal products have been banned in the USA. However, millions
of Americans consumed
herbal energy and diet supplements containing ma huang or ephedra in such
popular products as, Metabolife, Herbalife, Metabolite, Metab-o-lite,
Metaboilife 356, Diet Fuel, Ripped Fuel, Xenadrine, Xenaless ( Walgreen's East
West brand), Metabolift, MNS Orange, Advovare, Stacker, Natures Bounty (
Xtreme), Dexatrim, Metaboloss and many others. Current medical studies are
indicating that ephedra usage does raise the pulmonary artery pressure in lab
tests, which is an early symptom of pulmonary hypertension, ephedra
can also cause strokes, seizures and heart attacks.
WHAT IS PRIMARY PULMONARY HYPERTENSION ?
Primary pulmonary hypertension (PPH) is a rare
disease of that results in the progressive narrowing of the blood vessels of
the lungs, causing high blood pressure in these blood vessels and eventually
leading to heart failure. In 2000, there were 3,065 deaths attributed to PPH.
PPH usually occurs in women between the ages
of 21 and 40; however, but it can affect anyone at any age.Primary Pulmonary
Hypertension symptoms may include
- shortness of breath, especially following
exertion,
- chest pain
- excessive fatigue
- dizziness, fainting, and weakness
- ankle swelling
- bluish lips and skin
Other PPH Symptoms not included above, may
exist in different individuals. Consult your doctor if you have any
questions concerning you early signs or symptoms of primary pulmonary
hypertension, treatment or other medical issues.
PPH LAWSUIT HELP
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with
Primary Pulmonary Hypertension (PPH) and you have been a consumer of :
- Fen Phen Diet Drugs ( Pondimin / Redux)
- Ephedra containing herbal diet and energy
supplements
- or even if you are
unsure of what products that you may have taken that has caused your
PPH,
Call to discuss you legal rights with Mr. Willis.
Currently Mr. Willis is representing a large number of PPH patients in the
United States against the makers of the Fen Phen diet drugs and the makers and
distributors of herbal products containing ephedra. Call Toll Free for a
Confidential Consultation and Case Evaluation.
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PPH LAWYER
 If you or a loved one took diet drugs and recently have been given a diagnosis of Primary Pulmonary Hypertension (PPH), idiopathic pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary arterial hypertension, PAH or pulmonary hypertension, then call us for a Free PPH Lawsuit Consultation. Talk to a Personal Injury Trial Lawyer with over 20+ years of product liability trial experience that understands the complications of PPH, legal options for patients with PPH and diet drug related PPH lawsuits and litigation.
Since 1997, we have aggressively represented PPH patients in diet drug lawsuits against the makers of Fen -Phen, Redux and PPH lawsuits against the nutritional supplement industry on herbal ephedrine / ephedra / ma huang PPH lawsuits. Get PPH Lawsuit Help. Talk to a PPH Attorney now. Call Toll Free 1-800-883-9858 or E-mail us.
BOARD CERTIFIED
 If you have been diagnosed with PPH then it very important that you talk with an attorney. Mr. Willis is a Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Lawyer, certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1988. No Fees or Court Costs or Expenses charged to the client unless we obtain a recovery for you. We never send you a bill for our services! Call us if you have a question.
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PPH INFO & FAQs
What are the most common PPH Symptoms? Primary Pulmonary Hypertension symptoms may include, Shortness of Breath, Constantly tired, no stamina, chest pains, ankle swelling, water retention, swelling in feet, fainting, bluish lips or skin tones and excessive fatigue after mild to moderate exertion.
How does the Fen Phen Settlement affect a PPH claim or is it too late to file a PPH Lawsuit ? Under the terms of the diet drug class action settlement can PPH victims can still file a separate lawsuit? Call us to discuss your particular facts of your PPH case.
What is PPH? PPH or primary pulmonary hypertension is condition is often fatal and is primarily found in female patients aged 20-40 years old. PPH a rare condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs is abnormally high. The cause of PPH - primary pulmonary hypertension is believed to be linked to certain diet drugs, weight loss drugs Pondimin (fenfluramine), diet drug combination Fen-Phen, and Redux (Dexfenfluramine), ephedra, ma huang and other natural ephedrine alkaloids. It is considered a progressive lung disease, often leading to congestive heart failure, respiratory failure, and eventually death. Some PPH patients improve their life expectancy greatly with heart, lung and/or heart lung transplants.
What is the Life Expectancy of a PPH Patient? Sadly, once diagnosed with PPH, the average PPH survival rate is three years. Pregnant women with PPH, have higher rate of maternal mortality. PPH and pregnancy is a bad combination. Drug therapy is a treatment option for a woman with PPH while pregnant. PPH medical treatment options available to people with PPH include anticoagulants, Flolan, Tracleer, diuretics, vasodilators, calcium channel blocking drugs and supplemental oxygen.
The last time I ever took Fen Phen, Pondimin or Redux was back in 1997, but recently I have been diagnosed with PPH or Primary Pulmonary Hypertension. Is it too late to file a PPH claim or lawsuit? How long can I wait till I file a PPH lawsuit? Due to possible running of an applicable Statute of Limitations (filing deadlines for a PPH Lawsuit), it is VERY IMPORTANT that you discuss this with an PPH attorney experienced with clients with PPH and with a proven track record of hard work and dedication to his clients. In some states, the PPH victim may only have up to ONE YEAR to file a PPH lawsuit or litigation from the date of the diagnosis or injury. Filing deadlines for PPH claims in other states may be longer.
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