7 Presumptive Illnesses Caused by Camp Lejeune’s Toxic Water

Oct 17, 2022

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Camp Lejeune water contamination is a major environmental health crisis that has been a topic of debate for over 30 years. Lejeune contamination is the largest water contamination in US history and resulted in serious health consequences for veterans and civilians who lived on or near this military base.

The victims can file a Camp Lejeune water contamination lawsuit to recover compensation. You may be eligible for this water contamination lawsuit because of an illness that you initially thought was a result of a different source.

Here are 7 types of illnesses and disorders that may have been caused by drinking contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.

1. Adult leukemia

Adult leukemia is a rare but serious illness. According to the National Cancer Institute, it can account for up to 10% of all leukemias.  Adult leukemia is considered a severe medical condition that requires immediate treatment. Camp Lejeune water contamination can cause leukemia in adults. Camp Lejeune veterans and civilians experienced several types of leukemia.

2. Aplastic anemia and other myelodysplastic syndromes

According to the National Cancer Institute, aplastic anemia is one of the most common types of bone marrow failure. It causes a decrease in the production of white blood cells and red blood cells. Camp Lejeune water contamination can cause and aggravate aplastic anemia.

3. Bladder cancer

Bladder cancer, also known as highly malignant bladder cancer, is rare and considered extremely serious. Camp Lejeune water contamination may increase the risk of bladder cancer in veterans and civilians who lived near or drank contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.

4. Kidney cancer

According to the National Cancer Institute, kidney cancer is one of the most common types of cancer. It is usually associated with high blood pressure, diabetes, and other diseases. Camp Lejeune water contamination may cause or aggravate kidney cancer in veterans and civilians who drank contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.

5. Multiple myeloma

Multiple myeloma is a rare type of blood cancer. It affects the bone marrow and causes the overproduction of proteins. Camp Lejeune water contamination can increase the risk, development, and aggravation of multiple myeloma in veterans and civilians who drank contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.

6. Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma

Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma is a type of lymphatic cancer. It can cause infections and other health problems. Camp Lejeune water contamination may cause or aggravate Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma in veterans and civilians who lived near or drank contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.

7. Parkinson's disease

According to the National Institutes of Health, Parkinson's disease is the second-most common neurodegenerative disease in America. It is a progressive condition that gradually worsens over time.

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