Breast Cancer Malpractice

Breast cancer malpractice occurs when doctors fail to diagnose cancer, which results in a delay of treatment. Malpractice also occurs when doctors misdiagnose lumps found in breasts, and when they make surgical mistakes that result in painful injuries and the spread of cancer. Other malpractice includes when doctors fail to correctly treat patients and other negligent errors. Recent breast cancer malpractice cases include:

· misread mammograms

· delayed diagnosis that resulted in death

· erroneous pathology tests

· woman dies after she was told she was too young to have breast cancer

· misdiagnosis which led to unnecessary surgery

The longer it takes to receive an accurate diagnosis, the more serious the cancer becomes. Surviving breast cancer often depends upon early diagnosis. If you are a victim of breast cancer malpractice, contact a personal injury lawyer who specializes in medical malpractice. You may be compensated for medical bills and pain and suffering.

When doctors diagnose breast cancer, they should consider that normal breasts often have lumps and tenderness. These are caused by aging, the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, menopause, the birth control pill, hormone therapies, cysts, abscesses, fibrocystic breasts, breast fibroadenoma and mastititis. Doctors should also consider sending you to see a specialist. Two opinions are always better, and safer, than one.

There are two different steps in the breast cancer testing process. Screenings, such as mammograms, look for signs of cancer in women who otherwise appear healthy. These should be part of a regular check-up routine, completed at least once per year. Diagnostic tests such as MRIs, blood tests or bone scans, are for when breast cancer is suspected or has been diagnosed. Self-exams are important as well. Check yourself at least once a month. Know what your breasts feel like when they are healthy so you can spot any changes. Check several days after your period ends so your breasts aren’t as tender or swollen. If you notice any changes, see a doctor.

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Breast Cancer Malpractice Breast cancer malpractice occurs when doctors fail to diagnose cancer, which results in a delay of treatment. Malpractice also occurs when doctors misdiagnose lumps found in breasts, and when they make surgical mistakes that result in painful injuries and the spread of cancer. Other malpractice includes when doctors fail to correctly treat patients and other negligent errors. Recent breast cancer malpractice cases include: · misread mammograms · delayed diagnosis that resulted in death · erroneous pathology tests · woman dies after she was told she was too young to have breast cancer · misdiagnosis which led to unnecessary surgery The longer it takes to receive an accurate diagnosis, the more serious the cancer becomes. Surviving breast cancer often depends upon early diagnosis. If you are a victim of breast cancer malpractice, contact a personal injury lawyer who specializes in medical malpractice. You may be compensated for medical bills and pain and suffering. When doctors diagnose breast cancer, they should consider that normal breasts often have lumps and tenderness. These are caused by aging, the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, menopause, the birth control pill, hormone therapies, cysts, abscesses, fibrocystic breasts, breast fibroadenoma and mastititis. Doctors should also consider sending you to see a specialist. Two opinions are always better, and safer, than one. There are two different steps in the breast cancer testing process. Screenings, such as mammograms, look for signs of cancer in women who otherwise appear healthy. These should be part of a regular check-up routine, completed at least once per year. Diagnostic tests such as MRIs, blood tests or bone scans, are for when breast cancer is suspected or has been diagnosed. Self-exams are important as well. Check yourself at least once a month. Know what your breasts feel like when they are healthy so you can spot any changes. Check several days after your period ends so your breasts aren’t as tender or swollen. If you notice any changes, see a doctor.