Warning Symptoms of Organ Failure

Having one or multiple organs in the body stop functioning and providing what the body needs is organ failure. Critical organs include the brain, kidneys, liver, lungs, and small intestine. Organ failure may occur over time or suddenly due to injury, illness, or medical complications.

Medical negligence may result in vital organ systems failing to function correctly, leading to significant health crises, treatment costs, and even death. Life support or an organ transplant is necessary to restore organ function when they are unable to heal from trauma. The knowledgeable Portland medical malpractice lawyers at Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC provide legal services and investigative tools to help our clients recover financially from devastating medical malpractice. If you or someone you care for has experienced organ failure as a result of medical care, our team is here for you.

Organ Failure Symptoms

The warning signs and symptoms of organ failure may mimic other illnesses. If you have recently undergone medical treatment and encounter adverse symptoms, it is vital to communicate your experience with medical staff to prevent further damage. Failing to diagnose or misdiagnose a health condition can be devastating. Symptoms of organ failure you may notice include:

• Confusion or poor concentration
• Unconsciousness or drowsiness
• Fatigue or weakness
• Fever
• Appetite loss, including nausea and vomiting
• Breathing irregularity
• Swelling
• Irregular heartbeat
• Yellowing of the skin and eyes
• The lips and nail beds tinting bluish

Catching organ failure early and getting treatment can lead to an organ’s recovery. Determining the origin of organ failure is vital to supporting a healthy outcome. Left untreated, multiple organ dysfunction (MOD) may occur and is a severe health event. One of the most common causes of MOD is sepsis, which can lead to septic shock. A septic shock lawyer in Portland with our firm has the experience necessary to assist you when evidence shows inappropriate or unsanitary care results in your injuries.

When to Contact a Portland Medical Malpractice Lawyer About Organ Failure

Any time you receive medical care that may impact the health of internal systems, experience acute failure, or a sudden illness after a procedure, then medical negligence may be a contributing factor to your injuries. Discovering you have organ failure may occur over time and can be a slow process. Connecting the dots is critical to creating a solid medical malpractice case.

Because of the costs of medical treatment for organ failure, medical debt is a potential reality. Waiting to speak with a medical malpractice lawyer in Portland may result in lost documentation of your injuries. You do not have to wait until your care is complete to seek legal advice. Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC provides a comprehensive evaluation of your damages to account for future or ongoing medical care and other costs, allowing you to receive the help you need now. Contact us to schedule a free consultation about your injuries. We provide our services on a contingency fee basis, computing our fees as a percentage of your recovery in a successful case outcome.

This page has been written, edited, and fact-checked by our team of legal writers in accordance with our editorial guidelines. It has been approved by partners Jane Paulson and John Coletti—respected trial attorneys with decades of experience representing personal injury victims.