Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN) is an extremely crippling condition that causes irregularities in the blood flow of newborns. Babies with PPHN have abnormally high vascular resistance, which leads to circulation problems. There are several forms of PPHN, namely PPHN associated with pulmonary parenchymal disease, PPHN with radiographically normal lungs, and PPHN associated with hypoplasia of the lungs. All of these PPHN delineations are extremely severe and may lead to permanent damage and even death. Because of the high pulmonary vascular resistance associated with PPHN, very little blood flows through the lungs, which leads to hypoxia. Since hypoxia is a vasoconstrictor, the resistance is even further heightened. PPHN is devastating for a family, and PPHN can by both financially and emotionally crippling.

Recently, studies have indicated there is a link between the increased incidence of PPHN and Paxil® usage. These studies indicated and confirmed that mothers who used Paxil® during their pregnancies were at least six times as likely to give birth to a baby with PPHN. This increase is astounding, especially since these findings had never been communicated to these mothers. Though Paxil® provides a great deal of relief to those suffering from depression, the harmful side effects certainly outweigh the benefits when it comes to PPHN.

Fortunately, Paxil® attorneys in California are currently examining PPHN due to Paxil® claims. Paxil® attorneys in California will establish claim viability, and then they will guide clients through the convoluted legal process. Paxil® attorneys in California will work with clients to ensure they receive the restitution they require for coping with the devastating condition known as PPHN.

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