Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by widespread muscle pain and tenderness and is often accompanied by fatigue, altered sleep, memory and mood. It is a long-term chronic condition which most notably causes widespread pain. The pain can range from mild achiness to intense and unbearable discomfort. The process of diagnosis
A 2018 report from the American Bar Association showed that there were 1,338,678 practicing lawyers in the US. That’s a significant increase from a decade earlier when numbers showed 1,162,124. That’s a 15.2% growth spurt. Why are there so many more active attorneys? It seems that Americans require their legal
Introduction Embarking on the path of employment while grappling with a disability often unveils a landscape filled with legal intricacies and financial dilemmas. For many, despite the impediments posed by their physical or mental conditions, the pressing need for financial sustenance beckons them into the workforce. Amidst this endeavor lies
Neurocardiogenic syncope is a fainting condition that occurs when your body overreacts to certain triggers. This condition is also known as vasovagal syncope. Syncope, in the most basic terms, means a temporary loss of consciousness. Types of Syncope There are four types of syncope: reflex, cardiac, orthostatic or neurologic. Reflex,
Sick sinus syndrome is a group of heart conditions that affect the heart’s ability to maintain a consistent rhythm. The heart’s natural pacemaker, the sinus node, is responsible for regulating the heartbeat. Individuals with sick sinus syndrome experience irregular heart rhythms, leading to various symptoms and complications. Symptoms and Diagnosis
Behcet’s syndrome is a rare autoimmune disorder causing damage or inflammation to your blood vessels. This condition is a form of vasculitis. There are many rare conditions that fall under the umbrella of vasculitis in terms of inflammation of blood vessels. Behcet’s syndrome stands out mainly because of the unique
Did you know that as a disabled veteran in Florida, you could qualify for benefits from the VA and from Social Security? Florida is a friendly state for the 1.5 million veterans who live here. Unfortunately, disability benefits programs operate at the federal level, and the rejection rates are very
Can I Receive Social Security Disability Benefits for Limited or Blurry Vision? Applying for social security disability based upon impaired vision is generally an uphill battle. You may be entitled to Social Security disability benefits depending on whether you meet the definition of “disability” under the Social Security Administration’s (“SSA”)
Introduction to Diabetic Retinopathy as a Potential Disability Diabetic retinopathy, a critical vision impairment intricately linked with diabetes, brings forth a pressing question: is diabetic retinopathy a disability? This condition, affecting the retina – the sensitive tissue lining the back of the eye – results in a spectrum of symptoms
An ulcer, in the very most basic sense, is an open sore or wound that takes longer than normal to heal or keeps returning. Ulcers may appear in many different forms. They can occur both on the inside and on the outside of your body. You can get an ulcer
