Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) is a very serious multiorgan system fibrosing disease related to exposure to the gadolinium-based contrast agents used in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).  This disease is potentially fatal and can cause a myriad of painful and debilitating ailments.  If you recently had a contrast-based (gadolinium) MRI be on the lookout for any of the following Gadolinium toxicity symptoms, which may indicate nephrogenic systemic fibrosis disease:

• skin tightening
  
• skin pain and discoloration
• itchy skin
• burning sensations in concentrated areas of the skin
• raised spots or rashes on the body
• difficulty straigtening limbs
• extreme muscle fatigue
• joint stiffness
• loss of range of motion in joints
• joint discomfort (similar to acute arthritis)

For patients who have compromised or impaired renal function, they have a difficult time effectively processing the gadolinium contrast agent found in certain forms of MRI.  Instead of being processed and eliminated through a patient's urine, gadolinium injury victims are unable to process the toxic contrast agent, and as a result develop nephrogenic systemic fibrosis.  Because of the link between nephrogenic systemic fibrosis and gadolinium-based contrast agents, the FDA has advised patients to forbear from using gadolinium-based contrast agent if they have renal impairment.

Hundreds of gadolinium injury claims have been made against General Electric for the product Omniscan.  If you have recently had a gadolinium contrast MRI it is critical to seek diagnostic medical care from a doctor who can effectively diagnose early signs of nephrogenic systemic fibrosis.  Many doctors are unaware of the direct link between NSF and gadolinium toxicity exposure.  Contact a gadolinium injury lawyer at Schultz Legal Group by calling (866) 840-3636 and discuss the steps necessary to properly protect your gadolinium injury claim against General Electric, Bayer Healthcare, Bracco, or Covidien.  Don't be victimized twice.