Diabetes Claims

Diabetes misdiagnosis is unfortunately an all too common error made by medical professionals, and its effects can change your life.

As the country’s largest medical negligence department, our solicitors have experience helping with a range of compensation claims relating to the misdiagnosis and poor treatment of diabetes.

We work hard to pinpoint when you should have been diagnosed with the illness and if other complications could have been avoided. Some of the most serious effects include:

Amputation
Blindness
Kidney failure
Strokes
Heart attacks

Diabetes is a lifelong condition, and we’ll make sure that your compensation takes into account your needs as a diabetic. Whether you’re a type 1 or type 2 diabetic, we could help you claim compensation for:

Loss of earnings
Adjustments to your home
Help with care
Specialist treatment and equipment

We believe strongly in the importance of rehabilitation, and it’s a vital part of diabetes compensation claims. Most of our cases are funded on a No Win No Fee* basis, so you won’t have to worry about legal fees during your claim.

Having helped thousands of people get answers, we have the experience and expertise to make a difference in your claim.

If you’re worried that you’ve been affected by diabetes negligence, call us on 0800 121 6567 or contact us online to set up a free initial consultation about your case.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Counts As Negligent Treatment Of Diabetes?

Doctors, clinicians, nurses and healthcare workers all operate under good practice guidelines for the treatment and management of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Thankfully, as with all areas of healthcare, the vast majority of treatment is skilled, diligent and without complication. However, it’s sometimes the case that…

… these minimum levels of competence aren’t followed.

You might be able to claim for medical negligence in the treatment of your diabetes if:

You weren’t prescribed the appropriate medication (for example, insulin or the correct blood pressure drugs)
A care plan was not drawn up
Your diabetes wasn’t monitored properly (either as an in-patient or an out-patient)
You had a surgical procedure (such as an amputation) which was unnecessary or avoidable
A loved one has died as a result of negligent management of their diabetes

We’ll investigate your case thoroughly, working out what went wrong in the treatment of your diabetes and how any errors could have been avoided. Please phone us on 0800 121 6567 for more information about making a claim.

What Kinds Of Diabetes Misdiagnosis Are There?

Medical professionals have set procedures to follow when diagnosing and treating diabetes. But the failure to follow these processes can result in delayed diagnoses or misdiagnoses.

Our lawyers can also help if you were diagnosed with diabetes later than you should have been or initially misdiagnosed with another condition such as pancreatitis.

We have experience in dealing with claims if you were wrongly diagnosed with:

Diabetes
Type 1 diabetes, when you actually have Type 2
Type 2 diabetes, when you actually have Type 1

If you think you’ve received substandard treatment for diabetes, our solicitors could help you work out exactly how and when the mistakes were made. You may have a claim for compensation if you weren’t:

Examined properly
Referred for tests, or for all the tests you should have had
Referred to a specialist when you should have been
Given the correct advice

Our medical negligence solicitors have experience in many kinds of diabetes claims, so you can rest assured that we’ll have the knowledge to make a successful compensation claim on your behalf. Contact us online or phone 0800 121 6567 to speak to one of our legal experts about making a claim.

What Are The Complications Of Diabetes Misdiagnosis And Negligent Treatment?

An accurate and early diagnosis is key to managing diabetes, and can prevent the need for surgery or other treatments later on. The consequences of diabetes can be severe, with the most serious potential effects including:

Amputation
Blindness
Heart attacks
Kidney failure
Strokes

Foot Care
If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes you’ll no doubt be aware of the importance of foot care. What may seem like an innocuous cut might lead to a more serious infection. Left untreated, ulcers might get worse and, in extreme cases, amputation can take place. It’s vital that diabetic people receive adequate wound care and podiatry.

Retinopathy
Retinopathy, a disease of the retina, is a common complication of diabetes. If the blood vessels in the retina become damaged, prompt treatment is the key to retaining maximum vision. Diabetic people should receive regular eye screening as part of a health check.

Urological Problems
Blood vessels in the kidney can cause problems if they become blocked. Without treatment, infections develop and the kidneys don’t function properly, leading to much more serious problems and, in severe cases, kidney failure.

Cardiovascular Problems
Someone with diabetes has an increased risk of developing cardiovascular problems. This includes strokes and heart attacks, so it’s important therefore that blood pressure is kept under control.

Diabetes is a life-changing condition, but misdiagnosis and poor treatment can increase its impact greatly. We’ve seen the effect that negligence has on our clients, so we know the important role that rehabilitation plays in their treatment.

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