Q: Are we able to sue to doctor for the recommendation he gave that damager my Fiancé permanently?
My Fiance back in October was rushed into the hospital for sever appendicitis. The doctor told my Fiance she needs to wait a couple months before getting the appendix removed. We asked if waiting will cause any complications. He said no just that you are prone to appendicitis now. We just moved to New York. My Fiancé has seen her Gynecologic and new surgeon. They both told my Fiancé she can no longer have kids because the appendicitis damaged her ovaries and fallopian tube. They said keeping the appendix in for this long caused the damage to her reproductive system. Supposedly this is a common thing with appendicitis. Are we able to sue the original doctor for not telling us about this and recommending something that has permanently damaged my fiance?
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I'm sorry for you and your fiancé's ordeal. Given the basic and general format of this Q & A board, it would be difficult for an attorney to advise meaningfully, as this is a complex matter that would involve a file review and opinions from medical professionals. You could reach out to med mal attorneys to discuss in greater detail. Most law firms offer free initial consults. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
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