Category Archives: Disabling Conditions

Understanding the Different Types of Diabetes

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Editorial Board

If you have diabetes, the sugar, or glucose, in your blood is too high. Blood needs glucose because it is the main source of fuel for the body; but with diabetes the blood has too much glucose. There are three … Continue reading →

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Grand Mal Seizures Can Lead To Social Security Disability Benefits

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Editorial Board

Grand mal seizures involve the whole body and a loss of consciousness often occurs along with muscle contraction and stiffness. Grand Mal seizures also called tonic-clonic seizures occur due to electrical disturbances within the brain of a person. The severity … Continue reading →

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Diabetic Neuropathy: A Painful Problem of Diabetes

Posted on March 25, 2011 by Editorial Board

The pain that accompanies diabetes is usually due to damage to the nerves as a result of prolonged high glucose levels. This damage, called neuropathy, causes sensations that may be painful, and can have other more serious consequences. Diabetic neuropathy … Continue reading →

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Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Can Relieve Pain, But Not Always

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Editorial Board

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) affects millions around the globe and has no cure. It is a chronic disease and can affect body organs but the most notable problem areas are joints. There is no single cause known for this health problem. … Continue reading →

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