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What Steps Do I Take To Get On Disability?
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Really getting hard to work! But was told cant get disability with Fibro!

posted January 9, 2017
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Write down EVERYTHING you have ever been diagnosed with. Even if it has nothing to do with Fibro. Mental illness, like Depression, can also help. Arthritis, Plantar Facitis (foot problem), ulcers, ANYTHING. When they put it all together,it will be easier to get Disability. I got it my first try and within 6 months. Also, when you apply, even if you're denied, keep trying. I know people that re-applied 5-6 times and finally got it. If that happens, your first check will be retro-active back to when you first applied, up to 4 or 5 years! DON'T GIVE UP!

posted January 9, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Not true, get a disability lawyer and start filling out paperwork. Be very thorough and detailed with it. If you get accepted first time you will not owe the lawyer anything. Keep all doctor's notes and keep track of days you missed from workdue to the fibro. Also have documentation on any limitations you have due to your condition.

posted January 9, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

You can get disability with fibro, but not if you are currently working. First step is to apply through your local social security office. I also would get a good attorney right off the bat.

posted January 9, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

And get an attorney
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posted January 16, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Lots of people get disability on Fibro but do document everything..

posted January 12, 2017

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