Yaz Pulmonary Embolism

Pulmonary embolism is a serious side effect linked to treatment with Yaz. The condition occurs when an artery or several arteries in the lungs are blocked, usually due to a blood clot originating in another part of the body. The blood clot travels to the lung where it becomes lodged in an artery in the lung, blocking the flow of blood.

Yaz may increase the risk of developing blood clots, such as those that originate in the legs that may cause pulmonary embolism to occur. Deep vein thrombosis occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein in the body. This condition, also linked to Yaz usage, may lead to the development of pulmonary embolism. The blood clots that become lodged in the arteries of the lungs during a pulmonary embolism typically originate in deep veins in the legs when a patient experiences deep vein thrombosis before traveling to the lungs.

Symptoms of Pulmonary Embolism

Patients with pulmonary embolism may experience varying symptoms, as the size of the blood clot, level of involvement of the lung, and the patient’s overall health influence the symptoms greatly.  

Symptoms often associated with pulmonary embolism include:

• Chest pain
• Cough
• Shortness of breath
• Anxiety
• Sweating

Less common symptoms that may occur with pulmonary embolism include:

• Wheezing
• Clammy skin
• Rapid heart beat
• Weak pulse
• Loss of consciousness

Yaz Lawsuits

Patients who experience side effects such as pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, heart attack or stroke following treatment with Yaz may wish to seek compensation to cover the cost of medical expenses, pain and suffering. To receive additional information about Yaz, side effects and Yaz-related litigation, please call 800-452-0949. More than 100 lawsuits have been filed against the manufacturer of Yaz, Bayer Pharmaceuticals, following the onset of serious adverse reactions to the contraceptive.