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Bowel Cancer Claims
If you or a loved one struggled with the symptoms of undiagnosed bowel cancer and your symptoms were not taken seriously by your doctors and bowel cancer was not diagnosed in a timely manner and you now are living with metastatic bowel cancer, you may be entitled to compensation.
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We Specialise In Bowel Cancer Negligence Compensation Claims
Bowel cancer may be silent and might not cause any noticeable symptoms in its early stages. It is recommended that Australians over the age of 50 years are screened for bowel cancer every two years. This is part of the National Bowel Cancer Screen Program. Screening is not dependent on the presence of symptoms and in fact, the Cancer Institute of NSW warns people not to wait for symptoms before screening. Bowel cancer screening consists of a faecal test that can be performed at home. The test enables the detection of occult bleeding in faeces, which may be an indication of early-stage bowel cancer that is not causing any obvious symptoms.
Bowel cancer is not a disease limited to people over the age of 50 years and people of any age can develop bowel cancer. Therefore, it is important to seek medical advice as soon as you notice any symptoms, particularly if there is a family history of bowel cancer. According to the Cancer Council, symptoms of bowel cancer can include changes in bowel habits, a feeling of incomplete evacuation of faeces, bloody stools, abdominal or anal pain, weight loss or unexplained fatigue. If you develop symptoms of bowel cancer, it is prudent to consult your doctor. A prudent medical practitioner will take a detailed summary of your symptoms and complaints and refer you for further investigations. Often, a colonoscopy may be required to either exclude or confirm a diagnosis of bowel cancer.
It is well accepted that almost 90% of bowel cancer cases can be successfully treated if diagnosed early. Undiagnosed, bowel cancer can become advanced and spread beyond the walls of the bowel. Bowel cancer can metastasise to the ovaries, liver, lungs and other organs. Metastatic late-stage bowel cancer is often associated with poor prognostic outcomes and a reduced life expectancy.
Types of Claims for Bowel Cancer Negligence:
- Delayed Diagnosis or Misdiagnosis of Bowel Cancer
- Failure to Perform Timely or Appropriate Bowel Cancer Screening
- Inadequate or Incorrect Bowel Cancer Treatment
- Failure to Properly Monitor and Follow up on Bowel Cancer Patients
- Negligent Management of Bowel Cancer Patients’ Medical Records
- Negligence in Bowel Cancer Surgery or Procedures
- Misinterpretation of Bowel Cancer Test Results
- Failure to Refer Patients to Specialists for Further Evaluation
- Claims for dependents arising from the death of the bowel cancer patient due to negligence
- Emotional Distress and Psychological Impact Due to Bowel Cancer Negligence.
Talk to Garling & Co Lawyers today:
Navigating bowel cancer negligence claims can be complex and emotionally challenging. At Garling & Co Lawyers, our experienced team specialises in handling bowel cancer negligence cases. With years of expertise, we will meticulously evaluate your claim, provide expert guidance, and ensure transparency throughout the legal process.
To discuss your claim with our highly knowledgeable medical malpractice lawyers, please reach out to us on (02) 8329 9500 or via email. Alternatively, you can fill out our Confidential Case Assessment form, free of charge and without any obligation. Expect a prompt response as we aim to support you during this difficult time and help you seek the compensation you rightfully deserve for bowel cancer negligence.
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Bowel Cancer Claims Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, bowel cancer could be misdiagnosed. Unfortunately, doctors do not always suspect early bowel cancer, particularly if the symptoms are mild or non-specific for bowel cancer in a young and otherwise healthy person. It is therefore important to continue to present to your doctor for investigation until a diagnosis is made to explain your symptoms.
Some symptoms of bowel cancer are non-specific and may be caused by benign conditions. For example, abdominal pain and difficulty passing bowel motions could be wrongly attributed to constipation. Loose stools could be attributed to food allergies or benign bowel conditions such as irritable bowel disease. Bloody stools may be attributed to haemorrhoids, which in turn are attributed to constipation.
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