Wrongful Death and Lactic Acidosis

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My father died back in july, The cause of death was "METABOLIC ACIDOSIS"

Which I believe was "LACTIC ACIDOSIS" which can occur from medications that should not be taking together.

So I truly believe his doctor my be at fault.

My father was taking the following medicaations:

1. Gemfibrozil

2. Crestor

3. Altace

4. Clonidine

5. Metformin

6. Hydrochlorozide

7. Hydroxurea

8. Allopurinol

9. Insulin

After doing some research I learned that metformin and hydroxyurea will cause latic acidosis.

So I believe the doctor is somewhat responsible.

Does anyone know if I have a lawsuit against the doctor?

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I am sorry that you lost your father.

There are many questions about his condition before he started these meds- how long he was on each one, same doctor prescibing all of them, his co-morbidity, precipitating factors immediately prior to his death, etc. All of which need to be answered by a medical specialist.

If you are interested in looking into the poly-pharmacy issue as cause of his death, I suggest you consult a medical malpractice attorney. The consultations are usually without a charge. You might ask when you contact several different attorneys if you should obtain his medical records prior to your appointment.