Latex Allergies and Medical Malpractice
Although only roughly one percent of the United States population suffers from a latex allergy, it can be a critical allergy for doctors and other medical professionals to be aware of when treating patients. There are a number of products used by healthcare workers which contain latex and can trigger dangerous reactions in a patient with a latex allergy. Doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals are responsible for reviewing a patient’s medical history for any allergies and for asking the patient about allergies if he or she is capable of answering. The failure to be sufficiently thorough can have devastating consequences for a patient’s health.
If you or someone you love has had an allergic reaction to latex as a result of a medical professional’s negligence, it may be appropriate to seek financial compensation. Take action today and contact the Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 215-238-1130 to schedule an initial consultation.
Latex-Containing Medical Products
Allergic reactions can be very severe and cause potentially life-threatening complications. Some of the most common medical devices that may contain latex include the following:
- Rubber gloves
- Masks used in surgery
- Stethoscopes
- Syringes
- Tubing and binding
If you are allergic to latex and a medical professional fails to read your medical history, you may be able to pursue financial compensation to address related damages.
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If a negligent doctor or nurse has caused you to experience an allergic reaction to latex, we can help. Contact the Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 215-238-1130 today to speak with a committed and capable legal representative.