Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella and Pulmonary Embolisms

Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella have been linked to the risk of blood clots which can cause pulmonary embolism. The types of blood clots caused by Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella are more formally known as thrombosis. Thrombosis is the formation or presence of a blood clot (thrombus) in a blood vessel. If the thrombus breaks loose and travels through the bloodstream, it is a thromboembolism. The clot may plug a vessel in the lungs (pulmonary embolism), brain (stroke), gastrointestinal tract, kidneys, or leg.

The following symptoms may indicate that you may be suffering from pulmonary embolism caused by Yaz, Yasmin or Ocella:

Sudden shortness of breath
Chest pains that mimic heart attack
Cough that produces bloody or blood-streaked sputum
Rapid heartbeat (tachycardia)
Wheezing
Leg swelling
Clammy or bluish-colored skin
Excessive sweating
Anxiety
Weak pulse
Lightheadedness or fainting
Fever

If you suffer from these symptoms, you should report them to your doctor. Depending on how likely it is that you have a blood clot, the doctor may recommend a chest x-ray, lung scan CT Scan, and/or pulmonary angiogram to make a final diagnosis. Doctors may also conduct tests to determine if you have blood clots including a D-dimer blood test, ultrasound, MRI, and/or venography.

Treatment for Pulmonary Embolism
Prompt treatment of pulmonary embolism is essential to avoid serious complications or death. Pulmonary embolism is usually treated first with a fast-acting coagulant, usually heparin. If the pulmonary embolism is life-threatening doctors will often use clot-dissolving (thrombolytic) therapy and/or a vein filter.

Birth control pills are known risk factor for blood clotting disorders including Pulmonary Embolism (PE). However, the risk is increased with the use of Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella due to the progestin drosperinone (drsp). Drsp functions as a diuretic with thickens the blood possibly causing heart rhythm disturbances and blood clots.

If you want more information about the lawsuits involving pulmonary embolisms caused by Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella, contact the Allen Law Firm for a free case evaluation.