The link between kidney cancer and PFAS exposure
There are many risk factors for kidney cancer, such as smoking, obesity, high blood pressure, and exposure to toxic chemicals like PFAS. Individuals who developed kidney cancer after serving in the military may have preexisting risk factors that were exacerbated by PFAS exposure. Additionally, people with a history of PFAS exposure were found to have high concentrations of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), a type of PFAS, in their blood.
Kidney cancer may take as long as fifteen years until signs and symptoms manifest unless it is an aggressive kind. Thus, chronic exposure to PFAS plays a role in the development of the disease. However, a cumulative time of one year in a military base may still lead to the development of kidney cancer.
Our attorneys will help you file a claim for developing cancer from PFAS exposure
Many individuals who enlist in the military are usually unaware of the possible side effects of PFAS exposure from using firefighting foam. Whether you are a veteran or an active member of the military, our team at Environmental Litigation Group, P.C. will help you throughout your legal process for financial compensation if you develop kidney cancer. Just make sure you have your military and medical records and medical records stating your diagnosis, and we will file your claim for you.
