Yasmin Non-vaginal Blood Clot

Yasmin (generic name: Ocella) is an oral contraceptive (birth control pill) that can cause blood clots in some people. Yasmin can cause menstrual blood clotting which can be alarming, but it also is linked to serious non-vaginal blood clotting (deep vein thrombosis) in all parts of the body. A defective drug attorney can help people who have been harmed by blood clots linked with Yasmin use get the financial compensation they deserve.

Deep vein thrombosis and Yasmin

Yasmin contains drospirenone, a progesterone not contained in other birth control pills. Drospirenone can cause hyperkalemia, an excess level of potassium in the blood. This condition can range from mild to extremely serious. As it progresses hyperkalemia causes abnormal heart rhythms which lead to problems with circulation. The problems with circulation lead to blood clotting in the deep veins of the body, generally in the legs, but deep vein thrombosis can occur in any part of the body.

Blood clots in deep veins can break away and travel in the bloodstream to other parts of the body. A pulmonary embolism occurs when a clot arrives at the lungs and blocks the flow of blood; a pulmonary embolism is a serious condition and can be fatal.

Deep vein thrombosis cannot cause heart attacks or strokes. Another form of blood clotting called arterial thrombosis is generally responsible for heart attacks and strokes. Arterial thrombosis means that the clots form in an artery and clog it.

Other risks of Yasmin-induced Hyperkalemia

Hyperkalemia can lead to arterial thrombosis as well as deep vein thrombosis. This why Yasmin has been linked with heart attacks and strokes. When arterial thrombosis occurs in an artery of the heart a heart attack occurs and when arterial thrombosis occurs in the brain a stroke occurs.

If you believe that you or someone you love has been harmed by taking Yasmin, Newsome can help. Fill out our case evaluation form to the right of the screen and one of our experienced “Yasmin” product liability attorneys will advise you of your legal rights and help you get financial compensation for your suffering. Also cases involving Yaz Side Effects.

Risk Factors for Yasmin-induced Blood Clots

Women with the following medical conditions are most prone to developing blood clots when taking any form of oral contraceptive and should not take Yasmin:

· A history of blood clots or stroke.

· Circulation problems, especially those caused by diabetes.

· A heart valve disorder.

· Uterine or beast cancer.

· Abnormal vaginal bleeding.

· Kidney or liver disease.

· Severe high blood pressure.

· An adrenal gland disorder.

· Migraine headaches.

· A history of jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes) caused by birth control pills.

Women who are overweight or who have diabetes are also more at risk of developing blood clots while taking Yasmin.

Signs of Deep Vein Thrombosis

• Leg swelling or swelling along the vein in the leg.
• Tenderness or pain in the leg.
• Sensation of increased warmth in the leg.
• Redness, inflammation, or discoloration of the skin of the leg.

Signs of Pulmonary Embolism

People with a pulmonary embolism may not experience any symptoms until the condition has caused damage. Sometimes pulmonary embolism gives the following warning signs:

• Unexplained shortness of breath.
• Difficulty breathing.
• Chest pain.
• Coughing or coughing up blood.
• Irregular heart beat.
• Anxiety or dread.
• Lighted head feeling or fainting.
• Sweating profusely.
• Increased breathing.
• Increased heart rate.

Seek medical treatment immediately if you have any of the above symptoms of pulmonary embolism or deep vein thrombosis. Both conditions are life-threatening medical emergencies.

If you believe that you or someone you love has been harmed by taking Yasmin, Newsome can help. Fill out our case evaluation form to the right of the screen and one of our experienced “Yasmin” product liability attorneys will advise you of your legal rights and help you get financial compensation for your suffering.

Symptoms of possible Hyperkalemia, Stroke, and Heart Attack

Women taking Yasmin (Ocella) should also be alert for the following symptoms which can be signs that hyperkalemia is occurring and may be causing a heart attack or stroke:

· Sudden numbness or weakness. Pain behind the eyes.

· Confusion.

· Problems with speech, vision, or balance.

· Heavy feeling in the chest or pain in the chest or arm.

· Nausea (sick to the stomach) or unusual sweating; stomach pain.

· If you have previously suffered migraine headaches and you notice a change in their occurrence or severity.

· Slow pulse or heart beat.

The above symptoms are signs of a medical emergency. Seek immediate medical attention.

If you believe that you or someone you love has been harmed by taking Yasmin, Newsome can help. Fill out our case evaluation form to the right of the screen and one of our experienced “Yasmin” product liability attorneys will advise you of your legal rights and help you get financial compensation for your suffering.