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Is multiple sclerosis considered a disability by Social Security?


Multiple sclerosis is considered to be a disability by Social Security, however a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis does not necessarily mean an allowance for disability.

You may ask how can this be? Remember, Social Security looks at an individual’s ability to perform substantial gainful activity, not necessarily the diagnosed medical conditions. If an individual has multiple sclerosis that is symptomatic (mobility problems, eyesight, balance etc.), and it is limiting their daily activities including work, they may be an allowance for Social Security disability (i.e., they may be approved to receive social security disability or SSI benefits).

However, if an individual has a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis but has little or no limitations as a result of the disease, they may not qualify to receive Social Security disability or SSI. Qualifying for Disability really has everything to do with functional limitations and the ability or inability to work (either work that you've done in the past or some form of other work).



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