Failure to Diagnose Lung Cancer Lawyer – Miami FL
Every cancer requires early detention in order to maximize survival percentage. Lung cancer can be difficult to diagnose because there are not many symptoms associated with it in its early stage. Signs such as, persistent cough, may not even start to show until after the cancer has already reached an advanced stage. A Doctor who noticed signs of a patient having lung cancer needs to act quickly because it can be a matter between life and death.
If a doctor failed to not reacting to symptoms that the patient was experiencing and lacking the motive to assess the cancer, then he or she can be held accountable. These are grounds for a lawsuit, when negligence is performed. The skillful Percy Martinez law firm litigators have taken on many battles against medical facilities, insurance companies, and medical professionals to protect the rights of the lung cancer patient, and their families. Detecting cancer early on is crucial, and those litigators understand that. Give them a call (305) 529-0001 and explore all options available.
Symptoms of Lung Cancer
A vast majority of lung cancer patients do not get a detection until their cancer has already reached stage 3. This could be a point in time where it is too late to provide any treatment. Those who are susceptible to lung cancer should be provided early screenings. When the cancer is advanced it will show the following symptoms:
- A lingering cough
- Deep and hoarse cough
- A lack of breath
- Pains in the chest
- Wheezing
- Loss of weight
- Pain in the bones
- Headaches
If a patient is experiencing more than one of these symptoms together, they should immediately be checked out. For the most part, lung cancer can be cured if it is detected and treated early on. Negligence’s that can lead to not detecting lung cancer are:
- Misreading results on an x-ray
- Not ordering required tests
- Not seeing something abnormal in x-ray results
- Not acknowledging the symptoms or signs being displayed by the patient
Taking into account every symptom and detail of a patient is the doctors duty. Once they have noticed a symptom, or should have noticed it, they must take immediate action in ordering test, and providing treatment, especially for a cancer patient who relies on time as a determining factor. Seek professional advice through Percy Martinez Law firm.
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