Botox is being used in large doses right now for children who have spasms. In particular, it’s being used on kids with cerebral palsy. Tragically, this treatment is killing some children. Botox use in pediatric spasticity (or children with spasms) has not been approved by the FDA. In fact, the FDA hasn’t approved Botox use in ANY child under the age of 12 – regardless of medical condition. Botox contains a toxin called botulinum toxin type A. This toxin is produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum, which has a paralyzing effect and is the cause of botulism. In large doses, Botox can poison a child with the toxin and thus lead to botulism. Botulism in children can be even more
By: Darrell Castle Recently there have been reports of botulism in children with cerebral palsy. Where is this botulism coming from, and what is causing it? Each child’s case is unique, but one common factor is the rise in Botox use on children with spasms. Botulism is caused by a toxin found in the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. That toxin – called botulinum – is the same thing, essentially, as Botox. Yes, Botox: the famous cosmetic drug used to get rid of wrinkles. But the problems occurring in children have nothing to do with cosmetic use of Botox. Doctors are actually injecting it into children in very large doses to help stop spasms. This treatment has become especially popular for children
How are brain injury cases different from other PI cases? Memphis personal injury attorney Darrell Castle explains some of the elements a brain injury case needs in order to be successful. A brain injury lawyer Memphis, TN knows and trusts can help with both medical malpractice and personal injury claims.
By: Darrell Castle This past Sunday around 6:30 am, an alleged drunk driver smashed into a car outside of Memphis on Highway 78. Two Briarcrest students — both 17 year old girls — were killed in the accident. Two other teenage girls in the car were injured, as well as the grandmother of one of the girls. The grandmother was driving. Melandus Penson — the driver responsible for this accident — has been charged with two counts of DUI. According to reports, the girls were on their way to the beach when the accident happened. Penson was driving with a suspended license when he caused the accident that killed these two innocent girls. His license was suspended because he’s had
Denied SSDI Over Medical Records When you apply for SSDI, it’s important to make sure you have all the necessary documentation if you want your application to be successful. SSDI applications can be denied for several reasons, including a lack of proper medical records. If you’ve been denied SSDI over medical records, you’re not alone. In fact, the SSA denies the majority of disability applications. They commonly cite a lack of medical records as one of the most common reasons to deny a claim. Other reasons include: you’ve been denied SSDI before failure to follow the doctor’s orders you make too much money failure to cooperate with the Social Security Administration If you’ve been denied SSDI, you may feel extremely
It would be wonderful if all debts could be washed away somehow for people who are in over their heads. Bankruptcy lawyers Memphis, TN respects can tell you Chapter 7 bankruptcy is designed to help you get out of debt without having to pay it back, so that you can find financial relief and get a fresh start. It handles credit card debt and medical bills very well, and can even help if you have outstanding debt on your house or car. But it doesn’t cover every single potential debt you could have. For example, Chapter 7 bankruptcy often doesn’t cover child support alimony student loans debts from criminal acts, like fraud or intentional torts and some taxes.
Can You Get SSDI for Breast Cancer? According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop invasive breast cancer at some point in their lifetime. If you experience this debilitating disease, can you receive disability? If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer, and your illness is preventing you from performing your job, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. In this post, we will provide you with some basic information about the different ways that you might qualify for social security disability with breast cancer. Qualifying for Social Security Disability for Breast Cancer As with any social security disability case, in order to qualify for benefits, your illness must
We frequently see people who want to buy a car after filing for a chapter 7 bankruptcy, either for need or desire. Can they buy one? Well, after filing a chapter 7 bankruptcy, there’s a three to four month period in which the bankruptcy has to process and finalize. During this three to four month period, you cannot buy a car. However, after the bankruptcy finalizes, you are free to buy whatever you want, including a car. It’s important to remember, however, how you got into the position of filing for bankruptcy in the first place. You were overwhelmed with debt you couldn’t pay and a bankruptcy gave you the fresh start you needed to re-establish and rebuild your finances
That very difficult time in your life has come – it’s time to consider putting your mother in a nursing home. This woman gave you life and raised you into the great adult you are now. She is precious to you and you care for her so much, but time has caught up with her and she is very dependent on your assistance. However, you have started your family and don’t have the necessary time and energy to keep up with the day-to-day routine of making sure your mother gets everything she needs. You have strongly considered all your options and it seems the best fit for everyone involved is to find her a nice nursing home. Fast-forward two months
Concussions and Medical Malpractice Sports Changed Everything Many people don’t realize there’s a connection between concussions and medical malpractice, but recent sports news says there may be. The past few years have highlighted the danger of concussions for football players and other athletes. As a result, in 2013, Tennessee passed a law that determined how school and recreational sports programs must handle concussions. But this law doesn’t govern universities and colleges. Many universities have implemented concussion policies that guide team doctors and coaches, but lawsuits have still arisen against some universities over past concussions. The lawsuits allege their concussions cause serious mental issues for former players. Bernard Hicks is a former University of California football player. He claims the team’s