Contaminated Needles

Many people dread getting shots because of the thought of a needle penetrating the skin. In some cases, this fear is justified because shots may hurt or sting. The fear is even more justified when the negligence of a healthcare provider causes an individual to come in contact with a contaminated needle.

Contaminated needles may transmit extremely serious diseases. If you or someone you know suffered an infection after being injected with a contaminated needle, contact the Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 215-238-1130 to discuss your case with an experienced legal professional.

The Dangers of Contaminated Needles

Contaminated needles are those that have been used on other patients. When an individual receives an injection, the needle used to deliver the injection should always be brand new and sterile. After being used, it is disposed of as hazardous waste.

Unfortunately, some healthcare providers may fail to dispose of used needles and errantly use them on other patients. Patients being injected with contaminated needles may suffer infections if the original patient had a disease.

In most cases, the diseases that get transferred are blood-related diseases, such as HIV and hepatitis. These diseases have no cure, meaning that just one negligent action that causes an individual to be injected with a contaminated needle may result in a lifelong illness.

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The negligence of healthcare providers should not go unpunished, especially when that negligence causes an individual to suffer a lifelong ailment. If you or someone you love contracted a disease after being injected with a contaminated needle, contact the Philadelphia medical malpractice attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 215-238-1130 for a free initial consultation.