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Malignant Melanoma

January 22, 2015 by Disability Specialists

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Definition Melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer, develops in the melanocyte cells, which produce the pigment (melanin) that gives color to your skin. Melanoma also can form in your eyes and rarely, in internal organs, such as your intestines. The exact cause of melanoma isn’t clear, but exposure…

Heart Transplant Wait List

January 22, 2015January 22, 2015 by Disability Specialists

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Definition A heart transplant is a surgical procedure in which a damaged or diseased heart is removed and replaced with a healthy, donated heart from a deceased person. It may be done to treat a variety of conditions, such as severe angina, heart failure, congenital heart defects (defects present at…

Bladder Cancer

January 22, 2015January 22, 2015 by Disability Specialists

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Definition Bladder cancer is a disease in which malignant cells form in the tissues of the bladder. Most bladder cancers are transitional cell carcinomas. Other types include squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma. The cells that form squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma develop in the inner lining of the bladder as…

Prostate Cancer

January 14, 2015 by Disability Specialists

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Definition Prostate cancer occurs in a man’s prostate -- the small walnut-shaped gland that produces the seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm. Prostate cancer also is known as Jewett stage D2 prostate cancer; stage D2 metastatic prostate cancer; hormone refractory metastatic prostate cancer; and metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. General…

Ovarian Cancer

January 14, 2015January 14, 2015 by Disability Specialists

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Definition Ovarian cancer begins in the ovaries. Ovaries are reproductive glands found only in females. The ovaries produce eggs (ova) for reproduction. The eggs travel through the fallopian tubes into the uterus, where the fertilized egg implants and develops into a fetus. The ovaries also are the main source of…

Thyroid Cancer

January 13, 2015January 13, 2015 by Disability Specialists

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Definition Thyroid cancer occurs in the cells of the thyroid. The thyroid is a gland that produces hormones to regulate your heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and weight. In the early stages of thyroid cancer, there are typically no signs or symptoms. As a tumor grows, it can cause difficulty…

Small Cell Lung Cancer

January 13, 2015February 11, 2015 by Disability Specialists

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Definition Small cell lung cancer, also known as oat cell cancer, oat cell carcinoma, and small cell undifferentiated carcinoma, comprises about 10-15% of all lung cancers. It starts in the bronchi near the center of the chest, and grows and spreads quickly. It usually spreads to other parts of the…

Aplastic Anemia

January 13, 2015January 13, 2015 by Disability Specialists

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Definition Aplastic anemia (AA) is a rare blood disorder that occurs when the body’s bone marrow does not make enough new cells to replenish blood cells. Although “anemia” usually refers to low red blood cell counts, in AA, white blood cell and platelet counts also are low. “Aplastic” refers to the…

The Role of the Representative

January 9, 2015January 9, 2015 by Disability Specialists

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If you are applying for disability benefits under the Social Security Administration (SSA), then you may be wondering whether you need representation to assist you with your claim. Although there is no requirement that you be represented (with the exception of an appeal to the federal court), it may be…

Glioblastoma Multiforme

January 9, 2015January 9, 2015 by Disability Specialists

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Definition Glioblastoma is a fast-growing type of tumor found in the brain or spinal cord. It is a type of astrocytoma and is the most malignant of the astrocytomas. These tumors arise from astrocytes, which are a type of cell found in the brain. These cells make up the supportive…

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