HAVING ASTHMA AND SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY

Philadelphia Social Security Lawyers and Asthma

If have severe asthma you could qualify for Social Security Disability benefits.  Although asthma can be a common medical condition, if it is severe enough, it could render an individual unable to work.  An experienced  social security lawyer can help you obtain the social security disability benefits that you are entitled to receive.   

Almost twenty-two million Americans suffer from asthma.  Asthma occurs due to an inflammation in one's airway.  During an asthma attack, a constriction of the muscles occurs in the airway which causes swelling in the air passage.  As a result, it becomes difficult to breath.  It can be triggered by things in the environment such as mold, dust, pollen, smoke, and humidity.  It can also be triggered by stress.  Common symptoms associated with asthma are coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and a feeling of tightness in one's chest. 

Usually, asthma can be successfully treated.  However, in some instances it can be quite severe despite various treatment options.  Asthma attacks can last for minutes, hours, or even days.  Despite common medical treatment modalities, some individuals find that their asthma attacks can no longer be controlled and prevent them from working.

If you feel you are entitled to receive social security disability benefits because you suffer from asthma, please contact us for a free consultation.  Our Philadelphia disability lawyer can answer your questions regarding your social security disabiilty claim.