Lewy Body Dementia

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Definition Lewy Body Dementia, or Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB) is a progressive, degenerative disease that shares characteristics with both Parkinson’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease. It is caused by the abnormal accumulation of microscopic protein clumps in the brain that disrupt mental functioning and cause the brain to slowly deteriorate. DLB…
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Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease

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Definition Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, degenerative disorder that attacks the brain’s nerve cells, or neurons, and causes loss of memory, changes in behavior, and deficits in language skills. There is no cure, and its cause and progression are poorly understood. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia,…
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Scoliosis

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A. Definition Scoliosis is defined as a lateral (toward the side) spinal curvature of more than 10 degrees to the right or left as the examiner faces the patient (in the coronal plane). Deformity also can exist to the front or back (in the sagittal plane). B. General information Approximately…
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Representative Compensation

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Lawyers and non-attorney representatives for Social Security Administration (SSA) disability claimants are limited by the SSA to 25% of the past-due benefits, up to a maximum of $6,000. If no back-dated benefits are awarded, your representative will not receive a fee. If a claim requires multiple hearings or an appeal…
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Malnutrition

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A. Definition Malnutrition is the condition that occurs when the body does not get enough nutrients to maintain healthy tissues and organ function. It is characterized by significant weight loss, often due to a digestive disorder. B. General Information The Social Security Administration evaluates malnutrition as it relates to any digestive…
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Cystic Fibrosis

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A. Definition Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a life-threatening, inherited disorder that causes severe damage to the lungs and digestive system. The name, cystic fibrosis, refers to the characteristic scarring (fibrosis) and cyst formation within the pancreas. It is caused by a genetic mutation that impacts the lungs, pancreas, liver, and intestine. Difficulty breathing…
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Growth Impairment

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A. Definition Growth impairments are common in children. Growth impairments from a known source such as fetal alcohol syndrome, dwarfism, sick cell, and malnutrition have all been recognized as disabilities. However, just being smaller than average does not qualify as a disability, according to the Social Security Administration. Often an…
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Development and Emotional Disorders of Newborn and Younger Infants (Birth to Age 1)

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A. Definition A developmental disorder is one of several disorders that interrupts normal development in childhood. It can affect a single area of development or comprise several pervasive developmental disorders. A developmental delay is any significant lag in a child's physical, cognitive, behavioral, emotional, or social development, in comparison with…
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