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Testicular Defect Lawsuit Information: Parents Exposed to Phthalates at Risk to Pass Birth Defects to their Sons
Weitz & Luxenberg is currently investigating cases of boys born with birth defects that may be caused by parental exposure to phthalates, chemicals that are used in the production of PVC-containing products. If your son has been diagnosed with testicular dysgenesis syndrome (TDS), you may qualify for a testicular defect lawsuit.
Please complete the form on this page for more information from our lawyers about your legal rights to seek compensation from the companies responsible for your son’s birth defect injury.
The Environmental Working Group (EWG), a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing information and resources to protect the environment and public heath, has been vocal with regard to the dangers of exposure to phthalates.
Phthalates, a group of chemicals known as “plasticizers,” are used in the formulations of hundreds of plastic and PVC compounding materials to help them maintain flexibility and shelf life. They are also added to shampoos and liquid home cleaning products for their lather-making abilities. They were also added to nail polish and polish removers until a 2007 ban of phthalates-containing nail products in Europe, which led to U.S. cosmetic companies subsequently reformulating their products to make them phthalates-free.
Health Risks to Infants and Children
The EWG is currently advocating for a complete assessment of human health risks, and in particular health risks to babies, caused by exposure to phthalates.
However, one source of exposure can cause serious health complications for children before they are born: parental occupational exposure to phthalates.
Numerous health agency, scientific research and governmental studies have been researching the potential link between a parent’s exposure to phthalates in industrial settings and the risk that their sons will be born with testicular deformities known as testicular dysgenesis syndrome (TDS).
The babies born with this birth defect can have deformities that are present at birth. These defects include hypospadias, a condition where the urethra is formed on the underside of the penis. In critical cases, the defect prevents the baby from being able to urinate, which requires the baby to undergo corrective surgery soon after he is born. Even in non-critical cases, these infants will need to undergo surgery within their first year to correct the defect.
Another common TDS defect is Cryptorchidism, or when the child is born with undescended testicles. Pediatricians have typically taken a “wait and see” course of action in these children, as in some cases, the testicles will descend into the scrotum on their own. If this does not occur, the child will need to undergo corrective surgery.
TDS Birth Defects Can Present Problems Later in Life
In other cases, a phthalates-related TDS birth defect may only present during adolescence and adulthood. TDS patients have experienced sexual dysfunction problems and fertility issues and have an increased risk to develop testicular cancer.
Weitz & Luxenberg Can Help
If you or a loved one has recently had a baby boy 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.
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Testicular defect lawsuit information from Weitz & Luxenberg attorneysFree testicular defect lawsuit review for parents whose sons have been diagnosed with phthalates-related testicular dysgenesis syndrome (TDS)
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Birth Defect Lawyers Investigate Phthalates | Weitz & LuxenbergFree lawsuit review from Weitz & Luxenberg lawyers for families affected by phthalates exposure-related birth defects.
