De Quervain’s tendinitis is a condition that affects the base of the thumb. Any limitation in the use of your thumb would limit the number of jobs available to you. I cannot think of a job where you would not need to use your thumb.
A person with profound hearing loss can be considered disabled on the basis of that hearing loss alone if the hearing loss is severe enough[…]
Cirrhosis, hepatitis and liver damage have different initial causes but often the same or similar symptoms of chronic abdominal pain, fatigue and malaise (feeling sick). […]
Chronic fatigue syndrome (“CFS”) is a debilitating condition with a complex constellation of symptoms and a dozen names. The cause of the condition remains controversial. It is[…]
Chronic fatigue syndrome (“CFS”) is a debilitating condition with a complex constellation of symptoms and a dozen names. The cause of the condition remains controversial. It is[…]
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that causes pain and numbness in the arm due to compression of the median nerve. Repetitive use of the[…]
Cancer is always a tricky subject when it comes to disability benefits. There are so many different types of cancer, and each type affects each[…]
Breathing disorders can affect every aspect of a person’s daily functioning. Fatigue on exertion or constant coughing will disrupt any kind work activity. If you[…]
Body dysmorphic disorder (“BDD”) is a mental health issue that fits under the category of somatoform disorder. People who suffer from BDD are obsessed with[…]
High blood pressure or hypertension is often called the “silent killer” because often people do not have symptoms from it. Usually people only find out[…]