LUPUS AND APPLYING FOR SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY

If you suffer from Lupus, you may be eligible to receive social security disability benefits.  Lupus is a chronic inflammatory disease. It occurs when your body's immune system attacks your own tissues and organs. Lupus causes Inflammation that can affect many parts of your body, including your joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart and lungs. For reasons unknown, Lupus occurs more frequently in women. There are four types of lupus - systemic lupus erythematosus, discoid lupus erythematosus, drug-induced lupus erythematosus and neonatal lupus. Systemic lupus erythematosus ("SLE") is the most common and serious form of lupus.

Symptoms of lupus vary widely. The disease may develop slowly, or quickly. It may cause constant symptoms or intermittent, unpredictable ones. Some symptoms, generally speaking, may include, The signs and symptoms of lupus that you experience will depend on which body systems are affected by the disease. But, in general, lupus signs and symptoms may include: fatigue, chest pain, weight changes, joint pain, bruising, dry eyes, facial rashes, skin lesions, hair loss (alopecia), shortness of breath, dry eyes, depression or anxiety, and memory loss. Lupus can cause serious problems with your kidneys, heart, lungs or other areas where you experience symptoms. Treatment for Lupus depends on how it is affecting your body, and can include anti-inflammatories, corticosteroids, as well as other medications.

Lupus can be progressive and severely disabling depending on the severity of your condition.  The social security administration will look at your medical records, treating physician opinions, and statements that you make during the application process when determining your elgibility for a social security disability benefits. 

Please contact us today at The Bernstein Law Offices to find out how we can assist you in your pursuit of social security disability benefits.  We are available to answer you questions and help you get through this process.