My son was diagnosed with lyme three times in four years. But each time the docs prescribed only 10 days of antibiotics despite him having continual chronic symptoms.
I just read on the CDC website and these pediatricians clearly did not follow the CDC guidelines for the treatment of lyme.
I wonder if anyone has tried to sue based on this negligence?
Judy
Posted by arcyone (Member # 5956) on :
If your son has permanant injuries that can be proved by medical records then you might be able to sue. Most Med Malpractice cases take approximately 7 years to complete and there is usually only a 10% chance of winning. (just avarage statistics, your case could be different)If you can sue, I would encourage it. I believe this lyme epidemic will not stop unless more people sue. If doctors think there is a liability on their part if they don't treat us correctly, then they will be forced to take this issue seriously. Find out about time statuates in your state. Nothing will change unless we make them change. Right now it's too easy for them to protect their medical licences by ignoring this issue.Good Luck
Posted by MagicAcorn (Member # 8786) on :
You can take this advice or leave it. I would find a doctor for your son and forget the lawsuit.
Get ticked off (pun intended) and do something else with that energy.
Suing for malpractice could backfire on you and your son, and he has a long life ahead of him.
Suits are public record, and with the increase of public databases you could be hurting yourself in the long run.
Doctors can be very good at getting rid of patients, especially if they have a propensity for suing.
I'm not saying never sue. If you lost a limb, or had a death, or any other extreme situations then by all means I'd say yes.
But for what you are suggesting I would say no, because it will be a matter of public record and you will have a hard time of winning.
You NEED to find another doctor for your child. My son is treated very good by our family pediatrician and is doing very well.
Quite a few folks on here can help you find a new doctor if you must. What about the regular pediatrician that sees your child? Can that doc help you?
My pediatrician has been seeing my son since birth and knows all the problems and has read about the subject himself...without my asking or educating just because we are long time patients of his.
Suing to make a point in this area may benefit others at the expense of your own health and that of your son. I'd think that over.
Lawyers do not always tell you all the ramifications of your actions. Just food for thought.
I hope you find the help you need for your son. My son did very well on zithromax after about nine months, or so.
I wish you luck and good health for your son.
Acorn
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
Unless you have an open and shut case, I would be cautious here also.
Get a copy of all of his records from this doc [or drs]. Then you will know where you stand. IF they prescribed exactly what the CDC recommends, then you won't have a case.
Hope you can find a good dr soon!! The whole system stinks.
Posted by mlkeen (Member # 1260) on :
We had a similar situation with our son. This experience is the norm rather than the exception I do believe.
We focused on his health and the health of our family.
Mel
Posted by HEATHERKISS (Member # 6789) on :
Somebody did win in maryland.
Posted by DeLo5 (Member # 8905) on :
Wow, Heather that's very interesting!
Do you have a web link to any information on that case?
Thanks! Judy
p.s. Naturally healing my son is front and center. But I may be interested in taking on the medical establishment on this one. If enough people stand up for themselves, maybe the system will change.
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
quote:Originally posted by HEATHERKISS: Somebody did win in maryland. [/QB]
I remember that too...but have no clue where to find the info....sorry!
Posted by HEATHERKISS (Member # 6789) on :
LOOK TO THE LEFT "Legal Resources"
Posted by Biting Back (Member # 6018) on :
My son lost the first 8 years of his life to so-called autism until we took him to a LLMD. The autism disappeared just a few days into antibiotic treatment and I met my son for the very first time.
My son is perfectly normal, he does not have autism and he is still being treated for lyme. I contacted an attorney and we do have an open and shut case. However, I don't know if I want to invest the energy or subject my son (and family) to something like this.
I am still undecided, but because of my son's young age I have lots of time in which to make a decision.
Posted by bettyg (Member # 6147) on :
fyi - I'm late in reading my monthly aarp'S BULLETINs. In the APRIL 2006, pages 10-11, is a nice 2 pages of info about malpractice.
thought it might be worthwhile for you to read... Bettyg
Posted by MagicAcorn (Member # 8786) on :
Biting Back.....actually the clock starts running the minute a condition or a remedy becomes known to you.
The law is about filing before a certain date. I know nothing about the Staututes of Limitations in Heaven or I might have been able to give a little more detailed response. Posted by just don (Member # 1129) on :
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