I had a bladder mesh placed about 5 years ago. I started having health issues. My doctor has found that the mesh has eroded into my vagina.

It is not clear that you have a medical malpractice case, although it sounds like you have a potential products liability case. You might consider  contacting a local medical malpractice attorney (one in your state). A medical malpractice attorney will know how to analyze a products liability case related to defective medical equipment. Medical malpractice attorneys work on a contingent fee basis, which means they only get paid out of the proceeds of the lawsuit if you win. They provide free initial consultations. Sometimes an attorney will ask you to pay a "retainer" to cover the some of the expenses of a case, this is an issue that varies from office to office. Below are some articles that you may find helpful. Although they are written for my clients in New Jersey, most of the concepts carry over to other jurisdictions. Click here for an article that discusses the three main questions I ask when deciding whether to investigate a potential medical malpractice case. Click here for an article that explains what you can expect when filing a medical malpractice case.