Most of the time when a doctor uses a gadolinium dye to improve the results of a MRI scan, the dye safely passes through the body. Like with many drugs, though, certain side effects could lead to severe outcomes for the patient.

Nausea, headaches, and a decrease in blood pressure are a few of the lesser possible side effects. These effects should go away shortly after the MRI scan. 

Patients sometimes have an allergic reaction to the gadolinium dye, which results in mild complicaitons including skin rashes, itching, and hives. Blood clots is a more serious complication that could arise.

Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis is probably the most severe side effect of gadolinium. This syndrome can cause joints to stiffen up and skin to tighten and harden. This can make moving certain parts of the body painful.

If you or a loved one has suffered from a side effect of gadolinium, you need experienced representation on your side. Contact the gadolinium attorneys of Williams Kherkher by calling 800-761-3187 today.