Are you worried about your denture cream? Are you wondering if your injuries are the result of the denture paste you used?
At Carlile Law Firm LLP, we represent clients who have been injured by denture cream or paste. Our law firm brought the first denture cream lawsuit in 2007. We have the knowledge and experience to advise you on your personal injury claim and the skills to aggressively protect your rights in court.
We are local lawyers serving local people in Marshall, Longview and the Ark-La-Tex. To discuss your injuries, contact our personal injury firm in Longview, Texas.
Denture Cream Illness: Signs and Symptoms
Lawyers at our firm represent clients who have been injured by denture creams such as Fixodent, Poligrip and their competitors. In the past, zinc was a primary ingredient in denture creams. High levels of zinc can lead to zinc poisoning and neurological issues.
Symptoms of zinc poisoning include:
- Loss of feeling in the hands or feet
- Neuropathy in the hands and feet
- Reduced immune function
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea
Testing for Zinc Poisoning and Denture Cream Injuries
Our personal injury attorneys can help you get tested for zinc poisoning. A doctor will test your blood for high levels of zinc by looking for copper deficiencies, a side effect of high zinc levels.
If your blood test shows a high level of zinc, we will have a doctor perform an electromyogram (EMG) nerve conduction study. If your zinc levels are high, the coating on your nerves, known as a myelin sheath, is depleted. The doctor conducts a specialized test to see if zinc has damaged this coating.
Ruling Out Other Conditions That May Have Caused Your Symptoms
Finally, our lawyers will work with you to rule out other conditions that may have caused the zinc toxicity. If another condition could have caused the zinc levels, then you will not have a strong case against the denture cream companies. Several conditions can cause excessive zinc levels in the blood, including:
- Prior lower back issues or herniated disks
- Surgery
- Diabetes
- Vitamin B12 deficiencies
- Alcoholism
- Gastrointestinal issues, such as Crohn's disease
Free Consultation With a Marshall Neuropathy Lawyer
If you believe you were injured as a result of using denture cream, contact a Marshall neuropathy attorney at our firm. We are ready to help you pursue the compensation you deserve for your injuries.
