Can the Depo Shot Cause Breast Cancer?

Studies have identified a correlation between prolonged use of the Depo birth control shot and an increase in risk of breast cancer in women. The highest-risk group appears to be women aged 25-34. However, this is not the only at-risk group. If you developed breast cancer after taking the Depo shot, you are not alone in your fight for justice and compensation.

If you took the Depo-Provera shot as a form of birth control and were later diagnosed with breast cancer, you could be entitled to compensation. Depo-Provera lawsuit lawyers are pursuing compensation for breast cancer patients. Many law firms will review your Depo shot claim at no cost or obligation to you. You can learn whether the Depo shot caused your breast cancer and explore your right to financial recovery for your medical bills and more.

How Are Lawyers Helping Depo-Provera Injury Claim Victims?

Depo shot hormonal contraceptive users who received an adverse medical diagnosis can get legal support to build a strong case for financial recovery. Your personal injury lawyer will deal with the insurance company for you and all the legalities of your case. They will:

• Investigate your current health
• Consult medical experts 
• Accurately assess your damages
• Manage documents, forms, and filings
• Negotiate for a favorable settlement

Your Depo shot attorney will also keep you updated as your case progresses and throughout the settlement negotiation process. They will define the type of claim you have and the important differences between personal injury and mass tort lawsuits.

How Do You Qualify for Compensation From Depo-Provera’s Manufacturers?

If you were diagnosed with breast cancer after using the Depo-Provera injectable contraceptive, your medical and legal teams will work together to prove a correlation between the shot and your later diagnosis. 

Personal injury attorneys are currently building mass tort claims for Depo shot patients, allowing multiple clients to seek compensation from the drug’s manufacturer. If you were diagnosed with breast cancer or another health condition, such as a meningioma brain tumor, after using the Depo shot, your lawyer will collect evidence that proves you received at least two Depo-Provera injections before your diagnosis.

What Is the Connection Between Depo-Provera and Breast Cancer?

According to The American Association for Cancer Research, researchers discovered a link between the active ingredient in Depo-Provera, medroxyprogesterone acetate, and an increased risk of breast cancer. 

Patients who choose Depo-Provera as a birth control method should be fully informed of its potential risks upfront so they can make an informed decision. You could be entitled to compensation if the drug maker did not fully disclose the drug’s potential risks. Today, Pfizer warns Depo shot users of certain risks in the patient and prescriber information that accompanies the medication.

Are All Depo-Provera Users at Risk of Developing Breast Cancer?

The elevated risk for breast cancer exists for all Depo users, though not in the same measure. According to recent studies, the breast cancer risk increases with long-term Depo-Provera use. According to The BMJ, the highest-risk group of women was those aged 25-34 who used Depo-Provera for six years or more.

Do not hesitate to explore a potential link between your diagnosis and the Depo shot. A personal injury law firm will review your claim at no cost or obligation.

How Can You Prove the Depo-Provera Shot Caused Your Breast Cancer?

If you believe your breast cancer diagnosis is connected to your use of depo-medroxyprogesterone acetate, you will need extensive medical records to support your claim. If a Depo shot attorney represents you, they can:

• Document the date you started taking the Depo-Provera shot
• Review your medical information with relevant experts and specialists
• Establish the date of your breast cancer diagnosis

Your medical and legal teams will work together to substantiate your personal injury claim, including a thorough review of the information and disclosure you received when your healthcare provider prescribed and administered Depo-Provera.

Is Depo-Provera Connected to Other Serious Health Risks?

According to the Mayo Clinic, Depo-Provera has also been connected to bone mineral density loss, which raises the risk of developing osteoporosis. This debilitating disease could lead to weak bones. Consequently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration advises women against using Depo-Provera for more than two years.

In addition, studies in The BMJ point to an increased risk of developing a meningioma brain tumor. This tumor is often (but not always) benign and can be incapacitating. 

What Kind of Compensation Can You Get for a Depo Shot-Related Illness?

Damages—compensation for personal injury victims—can vary greatly on a case-by-case basis. The types of damages Depo-Provera injury victims may recover include:

• Medical bills: Immediate and ongoing treatment, medications, radiation, chemotherapy, rehabilitation, etc.
• Income loss: Lost wages, including loss of the ability to earn in the future
• Physical pain and suffering: Compensation for the physical discomfort of your diagnosis, disease progression, and the rigors of the recovery process
• Loss of enjoyment of life: Compensation for the toll your diagnosis has had on your mental health and emotional wellbeing

Your legal team will gather evidence that proves the value of your injuries, including medical bills, proof of income, etc., and use this evidence to fight for a fair financial recovery.

How Long Do You Have to File Your Depo Shot Lawsuit?

In Florida, you generally have two years to file your personal injury lawsuit, according to Florida Statutes § 95.11. Missing the filing deadline could be detrimental and prevent you from filing your lawsuit.

Your attorney can advise you of the statute of limitations if you live in another state. They can also file your lawsuit on time and in the appropriate courthouse.

Find Out if the Depo Shot Led to Your Breast Cancer Diagnosis

If you or someone you love was recently diagnosed with breast cancer after taking the Depo-Provera birth control shot, you could be entitled to financial compensation. Our law firm is building cases for Depo patients throughout the country who are suffering from breast cancer, brain tumors, or other adverse side effects.

Find out if the Depo shot caused your breast cancer and learn about your financial recovery options. Contact our consultation team at Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers for your free claim review today.