It is estimated that one in every 5,000 people suffers from Hereditary Telangiectasia. In order to qualify for the benefits offered to people with this condition, the patient must have had three or more hemorrhages that required a blood transfusion in the past five months.
However, it is possible to qualify for benefits due only to the direct negative effects of this condition. Hereditary Telangiectasia has many effects on various organs in the body. Because of this, patients can request an evaluation of the affected organs to see if they qualify medically for disability benefits due to Hereditary Telangiectasia.
Some of the typical organs that are affected by this condition and can be used for evaluation include the following:
- Brain
- Lungs
- Liver
- Spinal Cord
If you meet any of these requirements, then you can apply for disability benefits for your condition. It is essential that you list every affected organ and have an evaluation to back up each claim when filing for benefits because this information is often the determining factor in whether or not you receive benefits.
Hereditary Telangiectasia –What is it?
Hereditary Telangiectasia is a condition caused by a genetic mutation in the body. It’s the reason why additional blood vessels are formed, and it’s these additional vessels that cause hemorrhages.
The additional blood vessels are usually formed within the skin or the mucous membranes of the body. There are some organs where excess blood vessel formation occurs as well, such as the following:
- Lungs
- Liver
- Brain tissue
Hereditary Telangiectasia is accompanied with symptoms such as bleeding from the nose, bleeding within the digestive tract, and a variety of problems caused by the affected organs. However, the most noticeable symptom is nose bleeding. Some people with Hereditary Telangiectasia also experience skin lesions that appear with no warning.
One symptom that is considered to be the incredibly dangerous is arteriovenous malformation. The symptoms of arteriovenous malformation depend on which organ, and sometimes which part of the organ, is affected.
The condition often causes blood to pass away from certain organs, which makes it very difficult for tissue to receive the necessary substances it needs to remain healthy. The body's response is to increase the output of the heart. This causes the heart to work harder, leading to congestive heart failure.
Some other typical symptoms associated with arteriovenous malformation including issues with breathing, swelling in the legs, and more specific organ-related symptoms.
Hereditary Telangiectasia can be treated by reducing the bleeding. It is especially important to stop any internal bleeding because this can quickly turn fatal. Surgery is used to remove the veins that have malformations. Blood transfusions and a prescription of iron supplements are also included in the treatment.
Unfortunately, there is no complete cure for the condition, nor is there currently any way to slow down the development of Hereditary Telangiectasia. So far, only treatments focused on reducing the effects of the symptoms are available.
Why You Need a Disability Attorney’s Help on Your Hereditary Telangiectasia Disability Claim
Applying for disability benefits for dealing with Hereditary Telangiectasia can be very tiring. It takes a lot of time and effort, and it could be months until you receive the final decision. Statistically, around 70% of the people who apply for benefits get their applications initially denied and have to reapply.
Using the services of a disability attorney can help you improve the chances of your claim getting accepted no matter what stage your claim for disability is in. The help of a disability attorney will make the process easier and faster.
It’s quite easy to find a professional disability attorney who is capable of checking your claim and advising you on how to improve it. It’s very important to be patient and trust the suggestions your lawyer gives you in order to get at least some amount of disability benefits.
Choosing the services of a disability attorney for your Hereditary Telangiectasia benefits claim can offer the following advantages:
- Faster preparation of the documents
- Professional advice
- Moral support
- Increased chance of success in the end
Having the help of a professional disability attorney will make it easier to file your claim and to get it accepted more quickly.
