Breathing Disorders

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Definition Breathing disorders are conditions that interfere with the respiratory process. The key function of the respiratory process is gas exchange; bringing air in to the lungs so that oxygen can diffuse into the blood while simultaneously allowing carbon dioxide to diffuse out of the blood stream and into the…
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Blood Disorders

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Definition Blood disorders, also called hematological disorders, are conditions that affect the creation and life cycle of various cells found in your blood. There are three major types of blood cells in human blood: white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. Each type plays an important role in your…
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Arthritis

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Definition The term arthritis refers to conditions involving inflammation of one or more joints of the body. Arthritis generally causes pain and stiffness of the affected joint. There are different types of arthritis, the most common being osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Treatment is dependent on the type of arthritis, and…
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Amputation

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Definition Amputation is the partial or total removal of an extremity of the body. Amputation is used in some circumstances to manage disease, such as amputation of non-viable toes in individuals with gangrene. Amputation also can be the result of trauma, such as traffic accidents or labor injuries. General Information…
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Chronic Pain

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Definition Chronic pain is a term generally accepted to describe pain that lasts greater than six months.  Another popular alternate definition is “pain that extends beyond the expected period of healing.” In contrast, acute pain is a term given to pain that begins suddenly, is usually sharp, and resolves when…
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Diabetes Mellitus

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Definition Diabetes mellitus (DM), also known as ‘sugar diabetes’ or simply, ‘diabetes,’ encompasses a group of metabolic diseases in which high blood sugar levels are sustained over a prolonged period of time. It is due to either the pancreas not producing enough insulin, or the cells of the body not…
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Brain Injury

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Definition Brain injuries can cause a wide range of symptoms of variable intensity. For example, concussions, which are considered mild traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), can cause headaches and dizziness for a few days, to three months, or even up to a year. More severe brain injuries can cause lifelong cognitive…
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The Request for Reconsideration

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If you have received a denial on your initial application for Social Security Administration disability benefits, you have 60 days to request reconsideration. When you request reconsideration, you are notifying the Social Security Administration that you disagree with the decision and would like another review of your case. To appeal,…
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The Initial Application

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All claims for Social Security Administration disability benefits start with the initial application. Once your application is completed, it is received by your local Social Security office. Your application can be completed online at ssa.gov, in person, or over the phone. Information collected on the application includes your basic information,…
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