Having systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a heavy burden to carry, especially when the pain comes in cycles. One day you might feel fine, but the next day you are too sick to get out of bed. Because these flare-ups keep happening, it can be impossible to keep a...
It depends on the severity of your condition. If you have worked manufacturing or industrial jobs in Pennsylvania, you understand the toll dust and fumes at the workplace can take on your lungs. Over time, this exposure can lead to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary...
Living with a rare disease can often make daily life more difficult, especially if it keeps you from working. If you’re wondering whether you can get Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits for a rare disease, the answer is yes, if your condition meets certain...
Anxiety may be a normal part of life. Panic disorders are an entirely different matter altogether – it is more serious. Individuals with anxiety disorders often experience intense, excessive and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations. These may also...
Social Security Disability benefits can provide aid to those who cannot work due to serious illnesses. They supply financial support for living expenses and medical costs when people cannot work. However, an individual must qualify for these benefits. Part of that...
Applying for Social Security Disability benefits can be a complex process, especially when it comes to mental health illnesses. Many individuals may wonder if their condition qualifies them for support. Eligibility criteria To be eligible for SSD benefits based on...
Many people live with some kind of blood illness. Also called hematological disorders, these diseases can disrupt the normal functioning of the circulatory system and have a wide range of causes and symptoms. While it is possible to manage hematological disease...
Many people who apply for Social Security Disability Insurance in Pennsylvania find the application process to be long and arduous. The U.S. Social Security Administration often faces delays in processing SSDI claims. If you are having a hard time getting by in the...
The general requirement to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits is that you have a medical condition that will be permanent or lead to your death. The Social Security Administration has files on every type of disorder or illness imaginable. Its disability...
The Social Security Administration has two methods to screen disability applications for fast-track approvals. As noted on SSA.gov, the first method uses a computer model to identify conditions eligible for expedited processing. The Quick Disability Determinations...
