Systemic lupus erythematosus, abbreviated as SLE or simply known as lupus, is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the body’s own tissue. Inflammation may occur in the joints, skin, kidney, brain, lungs, heart, and blood cells. Lupus is more common in women than men, and most frequently starts
Type 1 diabetes is a chronic condition in which your pancreas does not make insulin or makes very little insulin. Formerly known as “juvenile diabetes,” type 1 diabetes is caused by the immune system destroying the cells in the pancreas which make insulin, known as islet cells. Once a significant
The Indispensable Role of Back Pain in Workplace Absence Back pain’s prevalence cannot be overstated. Often, individuals can’t work due to back pain, a plight that has drawn the attention of social and legal entities alike. For many, this pain becomes a persistent barrier, especially in professions demanding physical rigor.
Individuals suffering from rheumatoid arthritis (RA) often wonder whether their condition is severe enough to qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) evaluates the severity of RA based on its impact on daily life, ability to work, and medical documentation of the condition. In this
Myasthenia gravis is a chronic, autoimmune, neuromuscular disease that is characterized by weakness and rapid fatigue of the muscles. Myasthenia gravis affects the voluntary muscles of the body, such as those which control the eyes, limbs, throat, and mouth. Myasthenia gravis is caused by an error in communication between nerves
Introduction to Chiari Malformation Chiari malformation, a rare neurological disorder, occurs when brain tissue extends into the spinal canal. This protrusion, located at the skull’s base, exerts pressure on both the spinal cord and brain. Predominantly a congenital anomaly, Chiari malformation’s diagnosis has become increasingly prevalent due to advanced imaging
In March 2020, many people found themselves without a job due to the coronavirus outbreak. Companies were forced to furlough or in some cases permanently lay off many of their employees. Businesses in the service and personal care industries were forced to close, and some of these businesses never financially
If you suffer from mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or PTSD, and your condition is severe enough to prevent you from working, you may be entitled to receive Social Security Disability benefits. Major depressive disorder is a mood disorder that is characterized by symptoms such as
One of the most important ways to strengthen your Social Security disability case is to continue to obtain medical treatment for your conditions. When evaluating your disability claim, Social Security will rely heavily on the medical records that are provided to them when reviewing your case. This includes visit notes
Pulmonary hypertension is high blood pressure in the pulmonary arteries, which supply blood to the lungs. It is a rare but serious condition where the pulmonary arteries become narrowed. Because there is not enough space in the arteries for the blood to pass through, the right side of the heart
