The Centers for Disease Control estimates 30 million Americans suffer from osteoarthritis, a joint disease causing pain, stiffness and swelling. More commonly diagnosed in the spine, knees, hands and hips, osteoarthritis occurs when cartilage comprising bony joints degenerates due to wear and tear, aging or trauma. When osteoarthritis severely limits a person’s ability to walk, […]

Panic disorder is a severe anxiety disorder causing recurring panic attacks. During a panic attack, a person suffers fear and anxiety so debilitating them often seeks emergency room treatment. Many people diagnosed with panic disorder also have agoraphobia (fear of open or unknown spaces) or claustrophobia (fear of enclosed places). In addition, individuals affected by […]

Leukemia is listed in the Social Security’s Blue Book of medical conditions under the category of malignant neoplastic diseases. Several forms of leukemia exist that typically qualifies for leukemia disability benefits. These include acute leukemia (lymphocytic),myeloid leukemia, chronic leukemia and chronic (myeloid) leukemia. To be approved for leukemia disability, applicants must provide medical documentation proving […]

A heart valve disorder interferes with the ability of the heart to pump blood in and out of the heart. Common types of heart valve disorders include valvular stenosis, valvular insufficiency, congenital valve disease and bicuspid aortic valve disease. Causes of a heart valve disorder involve cardiovascular disorders like coronary artery disease (CAD), heart muscle […]

The extreme sweating caused by hyperhidrosis can make it difficult to maintain employment in a variety of jobs. If you struggle with this condition, you may be able to collect social security benefits. However, it is important to understand that getting benefits with this particular condition can be difficult. Only those with the most extreme […]

Applying for disability benefits when you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is similar to applying for social security disability insurance (SSDI) benefits with any other type of condition that makes it difficult to work. The Social Security Administration (SSA) is concerned with how your arthritis impacts your ability to earn income. If you can demonstrate that […]

The process of applying for and being approved or denied for SSDI can take months or even years, depending on the medical condition affecting an applicant. Applying for SSDI involves gathering many medical documents, imaging scans, doctor’s reports and proof of hospitalizations. A disability application also needs all sections accurately and correctly filled out. One […]

Multiple myeloma is a type of bone cancer that is found in the plasma cell. The plasma cells affected by the disease create proteins that are responsible for working to help the body fight off infections. When a person is diagnosed with multiple myeloma, they are more susceptible to developing common infections as well as […]