The US heart disease is one of the leading causes of death. And this is something that affects almost all ethnicities. In terms of how this condition is caused they are a result of narrowed coronary arteries that are a result of coronary artery disease. It has also been seen that men in general are more prone to these diseases compared to women (except post-menopausal women). In addition to that women who smoke above the age of 35 are also at risk. If you have been disabled by Ischemic heart disease you may be able to claim some benefits with the help of a lawyer at The Law Office of Nancy L. Cavey. To learn more about it, you can head to Section 4.04 of the Blue Book of the SSA.
What are the symptoms of Ischemic heart disease?
People are generally concerned about how the symptoms show up. To be honest the symptoms can appear suddenly as well as gradually they vary with each person. Some of the common symptoms of Ischemic heart disease are chest pain breathlessness rapid heartbeat pain in the neck and jaw dizziness fatigue pain in the shoulder and arm swelling and nausea.
Is there a treatment?
There are treatments medications and surgeries that can make the heart blood flow better.
Claiming disability benefits:
Whether you are eligible or not for social security benefits depends on the symptoms that you have as well as your inability to function. You will have to meet the criteria of Blue Book Section 4.04 to be eligible. The SSA will evaluate your claim based on your medical record and medical consultation.
To be eligible for benefits the patient has to demonstrate a range of symptoms. This includes:
- Severe chain pain – Angina Pectoris
- Breathlessness during exertion – Anginal Equivalent
- Resting chest pain from artery spasms – Variant Angina
- Reduced blood flow without any symptoms – Silent Ischemia
Final thoughts:
Social Security will ask you to provide proof of symptoms that are affecting your daily life. It will be quite difficult for you to secure benefits if you do not have proper treatment. If you are showing medical records they should be for a minimum of three months along with a medical history detailed physical exams lab results ECG/EKG data exercise tolerance tests treatment details responses and information about the medication you are taking.