Impairments That Qualify for Disability With Asthma

Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow and swell and may produce extra mucus. This can make breathing difficult and trigger coughing, a whistling sound (wheezing) when you breathe out and shortness of breath. For some people, asthma is a minor nuisance. For others, it can be a major problem that interferes with […]

Social Security Disability Questions

You’ll find answers to your questions about when to apply for SSDI or SSI, why your application was denied, which conditions will be approved, how much you’ll get in disability benefits, how working affects your benefits, and more here. Which kind of evidence is most effective to provide to Social Security? The information in your […]

Qualifying for SSDI Benefits for Sickle-Cell Anemic, Thrombotic Crisis

Sickle cell anemia, also called sickle cell infection. It is the disease of platelets. It changes the shape of normal blood cells which is round to the bows or sickle shape. This change in sickle cell shape causes theplatelets to transport less oxygen and some of the time stall out in little veins. You might […]

Medical Evidence Required for Your SSDI Application for Amputation

​A medical emergency that involves the removal of a section of your body is a devastating and life-changing occurrence. Amputation, whether due to an accident, illness, or another condition, requires significant modifications in your life. While some people may live relatively healthy lives, others will be unable to work or function as they once did. […]

What are the Chances of Disability Application Reconsideration?

If you applied for Social Security Disability and were initially denied, you probably want to know what your chances are of getting approved at the reconsideration stage. When you proceed to an appeal, a number of factors are taken into consideration. The majority of claims are initially denied. Each case is unique, and its outcome […]

SSDI Benefits for Nephrotic Syndrome

You may be eligible for SSDI benefits if you suffer from extreme generalized edema or massive edema, high protein in urine, anasarca or high cholesterol in urine. The SSA’s Blue Book lists nephrotic syndrome as a qualifying disability under SSA’s Blue Book Medical Listing 6.06. An individual must have nephrotic syndrome with anasarca and the […]

Qualifying for Plantar Fasciitis as a Disability?

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel discomfort (PLAN-tur fas-e-I-tis). Inflammation of a broad band of tissue that runs across the bottom of each foot, linking the heel bone to the toes, characterizes it (plantar fascia). Plantar fasciitis typically causes excruciating pain with your first steps in the morning. The soreness […]

Meeting the Residual Functioning Capacity Requirements for Disability Benefits

If you do not meet the criteria for a Blue Book medical listing in order to be approved for disability benefits, you may still be eligible for benefits approval with a residual functioning capacity (RFC) through the medical-vocational allowance. The RFC will be completed by your treating physician, who will specifically list any restrictions or […]

SSDI for Hematuria

It’s worrisome to see blood in your urine. Blood in the urine (hematuria) can signal a serious problem in many cases. You may notice a red colored urine if you take certain medications or eat specific foods like beets, rhubarb, or berries. However, a change in urine colour may be induced by medicines, food, or […]

How to Get Approved Benefits For Scleroderma

You may be eligible for Social Security disability benefits if you have scleroderma, an immune system disorder that has rendered you unable to work. Inflammation of scarring in the esophageal and pulmonary tissues can cause pain and numbness in the hands and feet, joint pain and swelling, and digestive and pulmonary issues.It is classified according […]