Treatment
If you are currently taking Yaz birth control, then it is important that you understand the increased risk of stroke that this method of oral contraceptive can cause. Although the manufacturers of Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella have not made the side effects clear in the past, it’s time to know the truth. – Yaz birth control can put you at an increased risk for stroke and other serious conditions caused by blood clots.
You should be informed on how a stroke is diagnosed, what treatments are available and what to do legally and medically if you find yourself suffering from a Yaz stroke or other serious side effects of Yasmin.
Yaz Stroke Diagnostics
There are a number of different tests involved in diagnosing a stroke. These will either be performed at your local hospital or at your doctors’ office and can lead to quite expensive medical bills, especially for those who are not properly covered through health insurance.
If you are experiencing symptoms of a Yaz stroke, then you may be put through some or all of the following tests:
- An MRI/CT of the head to determine the location and cause of the stroke
- Angiogram of the head, which can determine which blood vessel is blocked or bleeding and is especially useful is a hemorrhagic stroke
- Electrocardiogram which will look for any underlying heart disorders
- Ultrasound test called a carotid duplex which will give medical professionals a look inside to determine the location of the blood clot or bleeding
- Complete blood count and blood test
- Echocardiogram to detect if a blood clot from the heart caused the stroke
Treatment for Yaz Stroke
A stroke can come on without any notice and it is critical that the victim gets the proper medical attention as soon as possible. The quicker a stroke is recognized and treated, the better the patient will be. In some instances, a stroke can be too severe and can lead to permanent brain damage, loss of movement or even death. In other instances it is possible to stop the side effects of Yaz stroke and save the patient from severe problems.
Emergency Yaz stroke treatment includes administering a drug called t-Pa which can dissolve the blood clot. However, this drug must be given within three hours of when symptoms first started. This is why it is so important to contact emergency services if you are experiencing any symptoms, no matter how weak, of a Yaz stroke.
In some patients, a Yaz stroke can cause serious damage that may take months, if not years to work towards recovery. You can expect some serious recovery time which may mean taking time off work and paying for expensive rehabilitation. This may include occupational therapy, speech therapy and physical therapy to repair your brain.
You should not have to suffer through both the emotional and financial consequences of taking a birth control pill that was marketed as effective and safe. We can help fight for your rights and offer you no obligation, contingency based legal assistance. Contact the McEwen Law Firm today on 800-732-3070 or fill out the form on the side of the page to speak to an experienced Yasmin stroke lawyer about your rights and your legal case.