Can I Get Compensation for Bowel Problems due to CES?
Bowel problems caused by cauda equina syndrome can include both the inability to prevent the passing of faeces as well as the loss of sensation when doing so. This means that the sufferer may defecate without intending to and without realising. The impact of such bowel accidents can be wide-ranging and highly-embarrassing.
The impact of cauda equina syndrome
As well as the inevitable practical and personal issues raised by this situation, bowel incontinence can affect a person's confidence in social situations as well as their ability to work in a number of different fields of employment. Where the individual additionally suffers loss of mobility due to this appalling condition, they may also require personal care on a daily basis.
Aside from the emotional impact on the victim, the financial cost of complete cauda equina syndrome can be dramatic. The individual affected by this shocking condition may find that their ability to earn an income is severely reduced and their previous lifestyle may be altered beyond recognition. The costs of care can also be significant.
Where these terrible symptoms are considered to be due to failings by medical practitioners in dealing with the problem, it might be appropriate to make a claim for compensation.
Delays in diagnosis
If cauda equina syndrome is diagnosed before the patient loses bladder function, it would seem that their chances of recovery of function are greatly improved. Therefore, if medical professionals fail to recognise or act on the red flag symptoms of this appalling condition, they may be considered to have acted negligently.
If the subsequent delay in diagnosis and surgery means that the patient suffers additional loss of function as a result, the pain, suffering and costs associated with that loss may be recoverable through a successful compensation claim against the relevant medical practitioner.
Get expert advice
If you or a loved one are suffering with the shocking effects of complete cauda equina syndrome due to medical delays, contact Glynns Solicitors.
If medical professionals fail to recognise the significance of the patient's urinary problems or loss of saddle sensation, they may cause a delay in diagnosis, allowing time for the patient's symptoms to deteriorate.
Here at Glynns we have supported numerous clients who have suffered poor outcomes because their medical practitioner did not take the appropriate action when faced with red flag symptoms of cauda equina syndrome.
Contact us today to talk to one of our specialist medical negligence solicitors about making a claim for compensation.
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