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Infant Boys Born with Hypospadias: Birth Defect Linked to Parents' Industrial Exposure to Phthalates
Our lawyers are currently investigating cases of families whose newborn sons were born with Hypospadias, a reproductive organ birth defect that requires pediatric surgery to correct the problem.
If you or a loved one has recently given birth to a son who was diagnosed with Hypospadias or another birth defect linked to workplace exposure to Phthalates, our lawyers may be able to help. Complete the form on this page for more information.
For a number of years, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been investigating the possible adverse health effects caused by exposure to phthalate-containing products.
Phthalates is the name given to a number of chemicals used in the manufacture of plastic, rubber and other products. For rubber and plastic goods such as hoses, rubber gaskets, inflatable toys, plastic bags, storage containers, etc, the addition of phthalates makes these products more durable and flexible. Phthalates are also added to vinyl flooring materials and adhesives.
Phthalates are also used in countless cleaning and personal care products to stabilize the product’s fragrance. Phthalates are found in dish and laundry detergents, shampoos, hair spray, body lotions and powders.
The use of phthalates in the manufacture of cosmetics has been banned in Europe, however, phthalates are still permitted to be used to produce cosmetics made and sold in the U.S. and Canada.
Phthalate Exposure and Fetal Development Risks
While the government agencies, consumer groups and environmental advocates are all actively researching the health risks from consumer exposure to phthalates, those who work in industries where these products are manufactured are at significantly higher risk for health problems.
Unfortunately for the men and women who work in these industries, phthalate exposure has had life-altering consequences for their sons, as phthalates are linked to the development of a number of reproductive organ birth defects.
These infants are born with a condition known as testicular dysgenesis syndrome (TDS). The conditions apparent at birth include Hypospadias and Cryptorchidism (un-descended testicles).
In infant boys born with Hypospadias, the opening of the urethra is on the underside of the penis instead of at the tip. Unless the condition is severe, the condition does not affect the infant’s ability to urinate.
However, these infants must undergo surgery to correct the defect. Most experts recommend that the procedure be performed when the child is between the ages of 8 to 18 months.
The parents of boys born with TDS face a lifetime of stress, as some side-effects may not be known until their son reaches puberty and adulthood. In addition to worries of whether their sons will have normal sexual function, their sons may discover they have fertility problems that may prevent them from fathering children of their own. TDS patients also face a lifelong risk of testicular cancer.
Weitz & Luxenberg Can Help
If you or a loved one has recently had a son that was diagnosed with a reproductive birth defect that may be linked to parental exposure to phthalates, our attorneys may be able to help you to seek compensation for your son’s health problems, pain and suffering, and other monetary compensation.
Complete the form on this page for a free review of your possible Phthalates lawsuit. A Weitz & Luxenberg representative will contact you as soon as possible.
see also:
Cryptorchidism
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Hypospadias
Free Hypospadias lawsuit review: defect linked to phthalates exposureLegal help for parents: phthalates exposure and sons with Hypospadias
Testicular Dysgenesis Syndrome
Law firm for testicular dysgenesis birth defect from phthalate contactFree consultation for job-related testicular dysgenesis syndrome (TDS)
